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‘Lean into your superpowers’: Bayada COO champions women in home health leadership
08/22/24 at 03:00 AM‘Lean into your superpowers’: Bayada COO champions women in home health leadership Home Health Care News; by Audrie Martin; 8/20/24 Heather Helle, president and chief operating officer of Bayada Home Health Care, believes that home-based care could benefit from having more women in leadership roles. Founded in 1975 and headquartered in Moorestown, New Jersey, Bayada provides in-home clinical care and support services for children and adults, including hospice, behavioral health, and rehabilitation in 21 states and five countries. ... In 2022, women accounted for approximately 80% of workers in health care occupations, a figure higher than the percentage of women in all other employment sectors, as reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. ... However, women are underrepresented in leadership roles, comprising only 25% of health care leadership positions in 2022. ... Gender equity is crucial for developing resilient health systems and gender-transformative health and social care policies, according to The World Health Organization.
Kentwood senior living center closing after large fire damages campus buildings
08/22/24 at 03:00 AMKentwood senior living center closing after large fire damages campus buildings ABC 13, Kentwood, MI; by Mary Dupuis; 8/21/24 A Kentwood senior living center is closing after a fire heavily damaged one of the buildings on its campus, the center announced Wednesday. A fire broke out in the attic of the memory care building at American House Kentwood around 2:30 p.m. on Aug. 15 while a third-party HVAC company was doing maintenance work. Kentwood Deputy Fire Chief Mike Hipp said 12 residents had to be evacuated from the facility as large flames poured from the attic area. The Kentwood Fire Department said everyone inside American House Kentwood at the time of the fire made it out safely. The senior living community offers assisted living, memory care and hospice care for seniors.
Future trends in aged care careers
08/22/24 at 02:00 AMFuture trends in aged care careers Intelligent Living; by Jennifer Barns; 8/21/24Medical advances have increased the average life expectancy. By 2050, older people—or those above 60 years—are expected to comprise 22% of the global population, almost twice compared to 2015, according to the World Health Organization. As the population ages, the demand for skilled professionals in the aged care sector is also going through the roof. ... Editor's Note: This article provides statistics and user-friendly language that might be helpful for your employee recruitment strategies.
BoldAge CMO Glenn Meyers: PACE is palliative care
08/21/24 at 03:15 AMBoldAge CMO Glenn Meyers: PACE is palliative care Hospice News; by Jim Parker; 8/19/24 Palliative care is integral to Programs for All-Inclusive Care of the Elderly (PACE) programs, according to Dr. Glenn Meyers, who was recently promoted to chief medical officer of BoldAge PACE. New Jersey-headquartered BoldAge emerged last year, established by a group of former hospice and home health leaders. The company currently operates four PACE centers located in the Northwest and the Midwest, with two more slated to open before the end of the year. Ultimately, BoldAge PACE plans to build a national footprint.
Deals reached to keep some Steward hospitals in Massachusetts open, Gov. Healey says
08/21/24 at 03:00 AMDeals reached to keep some Steward hospitals in Massachusetts open, Gov. Healey says Boston 25 News; by Colin A. Young, State House News Service; 8/16/24 Gov. Maura Healey announced late Friday morning that Massachusetts will take St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in Brighton by eminent domain in order to keep the hospital open while it transitions to a new owner. ... The governor said deals in principle have been struck to transition operations at the other four for-sale Steward Health Care hospitals – Saint Anne’s Hospital in Fall River, Good Samaritan Medical Center in Brockton, the Holy Family Hospitals in Methuen and Haverhill and Morton Hospital in Taunton – to new operators. ...
34 hospitals, health systems raising workers' pay
08/20/24 at 03:00 AM34 hospitals, health systems raising workers' pay Becker's Hospital Review; by Kelly Gooch; 8/15/24 The following hospitals and health systems have announced or shared plans for raising workers' pay this year. This is not an exhaustive list. This webpage was last updated on Aug. 15.
Franciscan Health opens new senior wellness center in Greenwood [PACE]
08/16/24 at 03:00 AMFranciscan Health opens new senior wellness center in Greenwood [PACE] Daily Journal; by Ryan Trares; 8/12/24 The Franciscan Senior Health & Wellness Center, part of the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly, also known as PACE, is a newly opened facility in Greenwood [IN] focused on providing older adults with all-encompassing care. ... Exercise bikes, balance bars and massage tables fill a spacious fitness area. A primary care clinic is available in case seniors need to meet with a physician for medical conditions. Camaraderie and friendship is forged with daily activities, music, games and more inside a spacious day center.
Blue Ridge Hospice moves forward with new PACE Program
08/15/24 at 03:00 AMBlue Ridge Hospice moves forward with new PACE ProgramHospice News; by Jim Parker; 8/12/24 Blue Ridge Hospice is launching its first Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) program, which will begin accepting participants on Sept. 1. The program is branded as Blue Ridge Independence at Home, designed to offer seniors a “comprehensive” suite of services to address medical and nonmedical needs and help them stay in their homes, the organization indicated. The launch reflects a longstanding trend of hospices diversifying their services to include upstream care, an area in which PACE programs are gaining ground. “Our desire to get into the PACE program was driven by a need to make the continuum of care more smooth for the frail aging population, ...” Jason Parsons, CEO of Blue Ridge Hospice, told Hospice News.Editor's Note: Blue Ridge Hospice is in Winchester, VA.
CDC releases new profile of assisted living residents
08/14/24 at 03:00 AMCDC releases new profile of assisted living residents McKnights Long-Term Care News; by Kimberly Bonvissuto; 8/10/24 Residents living in assisted living and other residential care communities in 2022 mostly were female (67%), white (92%) and 85 or older (53%), according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Center for Health Statistics. The CDC said that data from the National Post-acute and Long-term Care Study outlined in the profile of residential care community residents in 2022 would help inform policymakers, providers, researchers and consumer advocates planning to help meet the needs of a rapidly growing older adult population.
Are there bedbugs and busted equipment at your Florida hospital? What inspectors found
08/13/24 at 03:00 AMAre there bedbugs and busted equipment at your Florida hospital? What inspectors found Miami Herald; by Michelle Marchante; updated 8/12/24 Bed bugs. Broken equipment. Staffing challenges. Fewer patients. And a pile of hazardous waste. These are just some of the problems spotted by patient care ombudsmen during visits to Florida hospitals owned by Steward Health Care System and now up for sale. ... Key takeaways:
Violent dementia patients leave nursing home staffers and residents ‘scared to death’
08/12/24 at 03:00 AMViolent dementia patients leave nursing home staffers and residents ‘scared to death’KFF Health News; by Jordan Rau; 8/9/24Violent altercations between residents in long-term care facilities are alarmingly common. Across the country, residents in nursing homes or assisted living centers have been killed by other residents who weaponized a bedrail, shoved pillow stuffing into a person’s mouth, or removed an oxygen mask. A recent study in JAMA Network Open of 14 New York assisted living homes found that, within one month, 15% of residents experienced verbal, physical, or sexual resident-on-resident aggression. Another study found nearly 8% of assisted living residents engaged in physical aggression or abuse toward residents or staff members within one month. Dementia residents are especially likely to be involved in altercations because the disease damages the parts of the brain affecting memory, language, reasoning, and social behavior.
New England hospital CEOs warn lawmakers of crisis in rural health care system
08/12/24 at 03:00 AMNew England hospital CEOs warn lawmakers of crisis in rural health care systemMainebiz; by Laurie Schreiber; 8/8/24MaineHealth’s CEO was one of three in the Northeast who recently told federal lawmakers that rural health care systems are in crisis. “As a family physician by training, it has been difficult to watch our rural communities struggle to maintain access to high-quality care for their residents,” said Dr. Andrew Mueller. “Our proposals align with, and support, our MaineHealth vision of ‘working together so our communities are the healthiest in America.’”
Home Instead Totton launches expedited home care service to meet growing needs
08/12/24 at 03:00 AMHome Instead Totton launches expedited home care service to meet growing needsKMLK (AR) press release; 8/7/24Home Instead Totton has announced the launch of its new expedited home care service... This new service aims to cut down waiting times, helping clients get the care and support they need quickly and efficiently. The service is designed to meet various needs of the local community, offering a wide range of home care options. These include home visits, specialised care, health care, and live-in care. Each service is designed to address specific client needs, from daily activities to complex health conditions.Publisher's note: Is there need / opportunity for "expedited" hospice care?
Why more than 30% of rural hospitals are at risk of closure
08/12/24 at 03:00 AMWhy more than 30% of rural hospitals are at risk of closureMedCityNews; by Katie Adams; 8/8/24More than 700 hospitals across the rural U.S. are at risk of closing due to their financial woes — and for more than half of these hospitals, the risk of closure is immediate, according to a new report. The report argued this is due largely to inadequate reimbursement from health plans. More than 700 hospitals across the rural U.S. are at risk of closing due to their financial instability — that’s over 30% of the country’s rural hospitals. And for more than half of these 700 hospitals, the risk of closure is immediate, according to a new report from the Center for Healthcare Quality and Payment Reform (CHQPR).Publisher's note: The CHQPR report linked above is very interesting, including a table listing states with the most hospitals at immediate risk of closing - the top 5 states are Kansas, Texas, Oklahoma, Mississippi, and Alabama.
Steward to lay off more than 1,200 Massachusetts hospital workers
08/09/24 at 03:00 AMSteward to lay off more than 1,200 Massachusetts hospital workersModern Healthcare; by Alex Kacik;8/5/24Dallas-based Steward plans to cut 753 workers at Carney Hospital in Dorchester and 490 employees at Nashoba Valley Medical Center in Ayer on Aug. 31, according to two Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act filings.
Hundreds of rural hospitals may face closure: report
08/09/24 at 03:00 AMHundreds of rural hospitals may face closure: reportModern Healthcare; by Mari Devereaux; 8/6/24Around 700 rural hospitals are at risk of closing, with more than half of those at a high risk of closing in the next several years due to steep debt levels and low revenue, according to a recent report from the Center for Healthcare Quality and Payment Reform. Twelve rural hospitals have closed since the start of 2023 as a result of severe financial issues, and 28 eliminated inpatient services in order to qualify for higher pay under the rural emergency hospital program, the July report said. The closures and loss of inpatient services have had detrimental impacts on vulnerable rural communities, in many cases eliminating jobs and causing patients to lose access to chemotherapy, surgery and obstetrics-gynecology services, experts say.
Tenet to sell majority stake in 5 hospitals in $910M deal
08/09/24 at 03:00 AMTenet to sell majority stake in 5 hospitals in $910M dealModern Healthcare; by Caroline Hudson; 8/5/24Tenet Healthcare is selling its majority stake in Brookwood Baptist Health to Florida-based Orlando Health in a $910 million cash deal. The transaction is expected to close this fall and involves five Alabama hospitals: Brookwood Baptist Medical Center, Princeton Baptist Medical Center, Walker Baptist Medical Center, Shelby Baptist Medical Center and Citizens Baptist Medical Center, as well as affiliated physician practices and other operations, according to a Monday news release.
Nursing homes’ high rate of Immediate Jeopardy tags warrants ‘all-hands-on-deck’ response
08/08/24 at 03:00 AMNursing homes’ high rate of Immediate Jeopardy tags warrants ‘all-hands-on-deck’ responseMcKnight's Long-Term Care News; by Jessica R. Towhey; 8/3/24A return to more “normal” nursing home operations in the post-pandemic world has also often meant a return to certain more serious citations, one industry expert pointed out last week. There has been a particular rise in those labeled as J or greater in scope or severity, which puts them into the Immediate Jeopardy category, she added. Survey tags citing nursing homes for accident hazards, lack of supervision, and inappropriate or misused devices (F-689) continue to run high nationwide this year. The number of Immediate Jeopardy citations on pace to either meet or exceed 2023, expert analysis shows.
Cancer care deserts are spreading
08/08/24 at 03:00 AMCancer care deserts are spreadingBecker's Hospital Review; by Mariah Taylor; 8/2/24Cancer treatment deserts are growing as more rural hospitals close and cut services, CBS News reported Aug. 1. Many hospitals are discontinuing essential services, such as chemotherapy and labor and delivery, due to financial strains and staffing challenges. Between 2014 and 2022, 382 rural hospitals halted chemotherapy services, Charis, a health analytics and consulting firm, found in a report published this spring. Texas had the highest percentage of rural hospitals that eliminated chemotherapy services at 47%. Next came Alabama (46%), Mississippi (45%), Tennessee (44%), and Florida (39%).Publisher's note: Cancer care deserts impact hospice referrals, and raise the question of "hospice deserts".
Cleveland Clinic names first Chief AI Officer
08/07/24 at 03:00 AMCleveland Clinic names first Chief AI OfficerCleveland Clinic press release; 7/29/24Cleveland Clinic has appointed its first Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer to direct the use of AI across the health system. Ben Shahshahani, Ph.D., a technology executive with more than 20 years of experience in AI and machine learning, will serve as Vice President, Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, starting Aug. 12, 2024.Publisher's note: Hospice implications...?
Steward Health Care to close more Massachusetts hospitals
08/06/24 at 03:10 AMSteward Health finds buyers for 2 hospitals amid Senate probeModern Healthcare; by Jonathan Randles; 7/22/24Bankrupt Steward Health said it found buyers for two of its hospitals in Arkansas and Louisiana, as the nation’s largest for-profit health system braces for a bipartisan Senate investigation into its financial woes. Steward is selling the Wadley Regional Medical Center in Hope, Arkansas, to Pafford Health Systems Inc. and Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe, Louisiana, to an affiliate of American Healthcare Systems.
No prison for nursing home owner who botched Hurricane Ida evacuation, leading to 7 resident deaths
08/06/24 at 03:05 AMNo prison for nursing home owner who botched Hurricane Ida evacuation, leading to 7 resident deathsMcKnight's Long-Term Care News; by Josh Henreckson;7/23/24Bob Dean has been sentenced to three years of probation and must pay more than $1.3 million in restitution and penalties for his role in the disastrous emergency evacuation of nearly 850 residents from his seven Louisiana nursing homes during Hurricane Ida. The 2021 emergency evacuation to a warehouse Dean owned near New Orleans left the residents of his nursing homes in a state of overcrowding and neglect. Seven died within days of the storm — with hundreds more rescued by state officials. Dean pleaded no contest to 15 state criminal charges, including multiple counts each of cruelty to the infirmed, obstruction of justice and Medicaid fraud.
Owner of home health care company convicted of multimillion dollar health care fraud scheme
08/06/24 at 03:00 AMOwner of home health care company convicted of multimillion dollar health care fraud schemeDOJ press release; 7/22/24[Boston] Faith Newton, 56, was convicted of one count of conspiracy to commit health care fraud, one count of health care fraud, and three counts of money laundering. The jury found the defendant not guilty on one count of money laundering conspiracy... “Newton orchestrated a massive $100 million health care fraud scheme that targeted the Medicaid program, funding her lavish lifestyle at the expense of the American taxpayers,” said Roberto Coviello, Special Agent in Charge of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Inspector General (HHS-OIG). “Today’s guilty verdict underscores the commitment of HHS-OIG and our partners to protecting the integrity of our federal health care system, and it should also serve as a stern warning to criminals who contemplate engaging in similar illegal schemes.”
Home care workforce drops by 3,500 in June, BLS reports
08/05/24 at 03:00 AMHome care workforce drops by 3,500 in June, BLS reportsMcKnight's Home Care; by Adam Healy; 7/8/24The exit of several thousand from the home care workforce last month partially contributed to slower-than-average job growth across all healthcare-related segments in June, according to the latest employment report by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Employment in home healthcare services, which includes home health and personal care aides, dropped by roughly 3,500 in June, the report, released Friday, found. The BLS estimated there to be roughly 1,751,500 home healthcare services workers as of June 2024, which is roughly 0.2% fewer than there were in May 2024, and almost 8% more than there were in June 2023. This decline in home care workers contrasts with recent workforce gains. The sector added nearly 20,000 jobs from April to May, BLS reported last month.
Wrongful death lawsuit filed after grandmother murdered at senior care facility in Santa Clara
08/01/24 at 03:00 AMWrongful death lawsuit filed after grandmother murdered at senior care facility in Santa Clara PR Newswire, Santa Clara, CA; by Peacock & Bartlett, a.p.c.; 7/29/24 The family of Vera Plares, a 98-year-old woman murdered at the Mission Skilled Nursing & Subacute Center in Santa Clara, CA filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the facility alleging Mission knowingly placed a patient with a violent past in the same room as their cherished grandmother. According to the complaint, Connie Delucca had a history of being violent at Mission and had a history of prior 5150 holds (a mental illness designation that someone poses a danger to themselves or others.) When Mission negligently placed Vera Plares in the same room as Ms. Delucca, little did Vera or her family know of Ms. Delucca's propensity for violence, or that Mission's decision would prove deadly.