Boards Articles

SEIU disputes "independence" of ManorCare quality committee

May 12, 2008

The Service Employees International Union has called into question the independence of HCR ManorCare's recently formed panel of quality advisers.
 

'Transparency' bill rankles for-profits

Liza Berger April 01, 2008

The for-profit long-term care community has been digesting a bitter tasting piece of proposed new legislation in recent weeks.
 

Uncle Sam's liquid courage

John O'Connor April 01, 2008

In boardrooms and across kitchen tables, much hand wringing is taking place. At issue is whether the nation may be on the cusp of a recession, or maybe worse.
 

Group outlines roles of long-term care leaders

Liza Berger October 01, 2007

Most long-term care professionals are generally aware of the role of medical director. Still, it is common to confuse the duties of the medical director with those of the attending physician.
 

Good long-term care governing practices improve risk management

Julie Williamson September 01, 2007

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