“Research shows that these staffing levels will save lives, provide residents with a higher quality of life and prevent needless suffering.” –Biden said in his editorial for USA Today, referring to 24/7 RN coverage, along with ensuring there are enough nurse aides to provide routine bedside care and other tasks. CMS released a proposed rule
Clark Kaufman wrote a great article for the Iowa Capital Dispatch on a scary situation. The Lenox Care Center nursing home cited for abusing residents through intimidation and punishment. At least two residents were reportedly denied food, beverages or privileges because the staff felt their incontinence was deliberate, attention-seeking behavior. Last year, a nurse at
In “Romney: A Reckoning,” Senator Mitt Romney discloses his concerns about Trump and his current Republican colleagues. The book is due out Oct. 24 and excerpted by The Atlantic, author McKay Coppins. “A very large portion of my party,” he told Coppins, “really doesn’t believe in the Constitution.” “I don’t know that I can disrespect someone
WYFF had an article on Jane Hart of Greenville, South Carolina. She started her business, Modified Ability Yoga, to help people with mobility disabilities. She teaches classes at several of Thrive Upstate‘s day centers. “We want everybody to be out there doing things that other people get to do, because why not? You can, you might
University of Illinois researchers invite you to participate in Social Engagement Program for Care Partners of Persons with Dementia . This program provides opportunities for caregivers to have short, casual conversations with others on topics outside the role of caregiving, from the comfort of their own home. This study is not meant to replace any
Kevin McCarthy is the Republican Leader of the House of Representatives. He unilaterally and arbitrability opened an inquiry to impeach President Biden despite public acknowledgement by they possess no evidence of wrongdoing. Rep. Ken Buck (R-CO): “I’m going to get a briefing later in the week on what evidence links president at the time Vice President
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