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May 17, 2022
Changes to Nursing Home Visitation Guidelines
CMS relaxed restrictions imposed on visitation. Does this mean things are back to normal?.
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Sep 14, 2021
Who Makes the Rules?
It seems like every long-term care facility has its own take on post-COVID visitation.
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May 10, 2021
Meaningful Visits – Part 1
What can you do to set the stage for meaningful visits? Try these tips:
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May 10, 2021
Meaningful Visits – Part 2
What else can you do to prepare for visits? Try these ideas.
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Dec 21, 2020
What is the Hidden Cost of COVID?
The actions long-term care facilities have taken to protect their residents have proved to be a double-edged sword.
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Dec 21, 2020
The Hidden Cost of COVID – Part 4
We hear from the administrator of a local long-term care facility who explains how she and her staff have worked to balance resident safety
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Dec 21, 2020
The Hidden Cost of COVID – Part 3
In this installment, we hear the stories of two family caregivers who have tried—and failed—to gain access to their loved ones.
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Dec 21, 2020
The Hidden Cost of COVID – Part 2
Nursing homes have responded to the COVID-19 pandemic, and that response has impacted residents and their loved ones.
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Dec 17, 2020
Hidden Costs of COVID – Part 5
In this bonus installment, we hear from another administrator of a Nashville area long-term care facility.
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Nov 14, 2020
The Hidden Cost of COVID – Part 1
Pati Bedwell and Debra King weigh in on a COVID-related tragedy that hasn't been making headlines. Part 1 of a four-part series.
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Aug 19, 2020
Staying Connected as Lock Downs Continue
What can you do to stay connected if you can't connect with your loved one in person?
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