The need for long-term care in the U.S. is growing and will continue to grow in the coming decades, as the number of Americans aged 65 and over is expected to nearly double by 2050.1 Assisted living facilities, skilled nursing homes, and other long-term care (LTC) facilities fulfill a critical need by providing round-the-clock custodial […]
Learn moreThe decision to move loved ones into long-term care (LTC) is rarely an easy one. Family members worry about how their loved ones will react to their new environments and whether they’ll be comfortable and happy. Given the alarmingly high number of long-term residents who experience neglect or abuse in long-term care facilities, family members […]
Learn moreTips for Healthcare Workers Caring for people with dementia poses many challenges for caregivers and family members. It is demanding work-physically, mentally, and emotionally-that requires a substantial amount of patience, understanding, and empathy. Yet, it can also be very rewarding. Healthcare staff caring for dementia patients, whether in a nursing home, assisted living facility, hospital, […]
Learn moreApproximately 9 million people live in long term care facilities across the U.S. today. The majority are adults age 65 and older.1 LTC facilities, which include nursing homes, assisted living facilities, hospices, and adult day service centers, provide critical nursing care and assistance with daily activities. They also serve millions of meals every single day. […]
Learn moreFor many families, placing a loved one in a long term care (LTC) facility, such as a nursing home, is one of the most difficult decisions they will make. The changes in family dynamics that often accompany such a decision can create a great deal of stress, guilt, anger, and confusion, particularly for those closest […]
Learn moreEach year, millions of older people in the U.S. will fall—at home, in a public setting, or in a long-term care facility. Falls are the leading cause of both fatal and non-fatal injuries for older Americans. This speaks to the critical importance of fall reduction programs in healthcare and long-term care facilities. The consequences of […]
Learn moreAdults diagnosed with dementia are faced with a disease that is irreversible and progressive. The loss of judgment, reasoning, memory, and communication skills lead to an inability to discern risk and danger. Dementia can limit a person’s ability to live independently, which can be very distressing for the individual and family members. It’s vital for […]
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