An Important Announcement for Caregiving Service Providers We’re excited to share the news about an innovative new resource for family caregivers developed by Johns Hopkins University, in partnership with the Maryland Information Network and the Maryland Department of Aging. The Johns Hopkins Memory Care Family Checklist will help families impacted by cognitive difficulties identify essential needs, access reliable […] Read More
One of the very best parts of National Rural Health Day is connecting with partners across the state to hear about the amazing work that not just organizations and communities are doing, but also singular individuals who help build the #PowerofRural. The national Community Stars program helps to recognize individual contributors as it “honors remarkable […] Read More
LifeSpan Network s excited to join forces with Ceca for Celebrating America’s Care Force, a national initiative that uses effective storytelling to highlight the invaluable contributions of care workers across the continuum of care—in skilled nursing centers, senior living communities, hospitals, rehab facilities, homecare and hospice organizations and more. We know that people are the backbone of the American […] Read More
Guidance in creating discharge plans? Yes, please! Register now to reserve your seat at one of two Improving Nursing Home Discharge Planning trainings being offered this summer. Read More
Recent events are changing the notion that hospice and homecare do not have a role in emergency preparedness. Read on to learn about their evolving role. Read More
Guidance in creating discharge plans? Yes, please! Register now to reserve your seat at one of the two trainings being offered on the Improving Nursing Home Discharge Planning Toolkit. Trainings will be held from 9 a.m. to noon and attendees will learn how to utilize the resources included in the toolkit, as well as gain valuable skills and […] Read More
The new Medicare Patient Driven Payment Model (PDPM) begins October 1, 2019. The Beacon Institute will hold a 2-part PDPM Bootcamp, offering a full day in-person or live stream workshop, followed by a 14-part deep-dive live webinar series to address critical information your interdisciplinary team will need to know. Learn more or register. Read More
There is an increased risk of falls or death among older adults using opioids, reports this article. Read More
CMS announced two rules – one proposed and one final – that emphasize the agency’s commitment to ensuring safety and quality in nursing homes. Read about them in the Federal Register. Read More
What you need to know about medical marijuana in Maryland nursing homes. Read More