In a clear case of being able to learn from a cousin, long-term care providers should take note of results of a baby-monitoring study at a respected pediatric hospital.
Using a GPS-like system for residents
By
Deb Banton
Oct 22, 2014
Many seemed geared toward traditional nursing homes, but I envisioned a different kind of care, and I felt I needed a different kind of technology.
Oct. 29 webinar: the route to fewer pressure ulcers and falls via monitoring
Oct 08, 2014
Many providers never get the chance to reduce pressure ulcers and resident falls while also meeting quality improvement goals. Attendees at McKnight’s Oct. 29 webinar, however, will hear first hand...
Keeping seniors independent and safe
By
Leila Nouri
Apr 10, 2013
Long-term care facilities face a variety of safety and caregiver workflow challenges. Families struggle to ensure the independence of their loved ones in order to maintain that person’s dignity....
Wireless devices answer the call for help
By
Kelly Besecker and Steve Popovich
Nov 01, 2012
As a result of rising medical costs and an increasing number of patients with chronic conditions, many senior living facilities are seeking wireless monitoring solutions for managing patients’ health...