Anybody who has worked in the medical field has encountered tricky situations when complying with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act guidelines. HIPAA policies
Older adults sometimes experience a loss of appetite that may adversely affect their health. Even foods they once loved no longer seem appealing. Caregivers of
Nobody would ever choose a smiley face as the perfect symbolic emoticon for a caregiver. Caregiving for an ailing loved one is just too stressful
Like schoolyard bullying, workplace bullying involves a real or perceived imbalance of power and repetition of negative behavior. The behavior can be overt, such as
There’s been much speculation about how the growing senior population numbers will affect us. Will there be enough economic resources to sustain this huge shift?
When you care for someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia at home — either theirs or yours — a time when you need more help will
When you care for someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia at home — either theirs or yours — a time when you need more help will
Advances in genetics and pharmaceuticals could lead to a cure for dementia by 2020, according to United Kingdom Secretary of Health Jeremy Hunt. “Finding drugs
Eating Disorders can take months, even years, to treat effectively. But ED nurses who can identify patients with such a disorder can help get them
Do you remember a time when you had a gut feeling that someone was a bit shady? Two new studies suggest that as we age,
So, you’re brand new and a little nervous? Thats ok and natural. Being a CNA is a rewarding career, but there are LOTS to learn
So, you’re brand new and a little nervous? Thats ok and natural. Being a CNA is a rewarding career, but there are LOTS to learn
As we move into the holiday season, and the days grow shorter and grayer, many residents may find themselves feeling a bit down an lonely.
You don’t have to work in long term care for long before you encounter a difficult person. Sometimes it’s a resident, other times a coworker,
Every year, tens of thousands of elderly Americans are abused in their own homes, in relatives’ homes, and even in facilities responsible for their care.
