Caring for the aging is not an easy job. Those who can no longer care for themselves are experiencing a myriad of emotions, setbacks, illnesses,
COVID shed a harsh light on the nursing home industry’s worst failings. One of those failings was how unprepared they were for a pandemic. And
Noticing abuse and neglect is important. But for advocates and residents alike, knowing how to report problems within the nursing home system and care protocol
Study after study shows us that our work is far from done. Key metrics, as well as anecdotes, prove that policy is nice, but action,
A victory was earned in the long-term nursing care industry this past week. Health consortium, Kaiser Permanente, agreed to pay $556 million in a settlement
For a long time, nursing home ownership has been identified as a problem in the industry. Depending on who owns and runs long-term care facilities
As advocates for not just justice for those abused and neglected in nursing homes, but systemic improvements across all facilities, it often feels like we
Moving into a long-term facility can be one of the most stressful and lonely times in a person’s life. Not only is it a huge
Knowing your rights is one of the best ways to properly equip yourself for advocacy. Especially if you’re speaking up for yourself. And since this
Technology feels like a necessary evil in our modern, fast-paced world. For older Americans it’s also overwhelming. There’s so much to learn, relearn, keep up
