Laundry services present an opportunity to increase resident satisfaction. For that reason alone, they're worth re-evaluating

A strong, committed long-term care governing board can raise a facility's risk management policies to new heights.

Access to reliable, safe vehicles can boost your facility's image – and improve the quality of life for your residents.

New bathing and lifting products and practices make bathing more enjoyable for residents and less stressful for staff.

When Jennie Chin Hansen opens up about eldercare, her compassion and enthusiasm are almost palpable.

Monsignor Charles Fahey recalls the day in 1961 when he first began the somewhat surprising transition from parish pastor to central figure in the field of aging. The bishop told Fahey — a newly ordained Roman Catholic priest who had been working at Syracuse's St. Vincent De Paul Church for just two years – he had been appointed assistant director of Catholic Charities.

One could say that David Schless was a bit ahead of his time when, at just under 20 years of age, he chose a career path geared toward seniors. Schless, however, would say his focus was right on target.

Along with expectations, the no-lift movement has raised questions for providers intent on doing the right thing.

Experts 'come clean' on infection control issues, stressing the need for better adherence to standard handling precautions.

Post-acute ancillary care providers – and the residents they serve – should consider themselves lucky to have Peter Clendenin in their corner. Aside from leading the National Association for the Support of Long Term Care and bringing 30 years of long-term care lobbying experience to the table, he has a knack for challenging government officials regarding the impact ancillary care and services has on residents.