Nursing homes were more likely to participate in vaccination programs for seven vaccine-preventable illnesses and less likely to have residents hospitalized for those illnesses compared to assisted ...

Nursing home patients are more likely to die in the facility or in hospice than in a hospital in states with mature POLST programs, according to a new, first-of-its kind study.

Despite a pressing need to improve outcomes and address inequities in nursing homes, there is limited evidence about the specific factors required to successfully implement real-world interventions in ...

I worried about kindergarten readiness, but chose an intergenerational preschool that pairs kids with dementia patients.

Premier at Perry Village in New Bloomfield has launched its own nurse aide training program, a move leaders say is aimed at ...

Health professionals in Hartford, Conn., have created a program for improving patient safety in nursing homes through reduction of human error, according to a report from The Courant. The program is ...

When paired with Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) and leadership training focused on communication, deeply involved coaches were able to support staff to move the needle on quality ...

The regional not-for-profit organization Toys for Tots this year has greatly expanded its pilot program for nursing home residents and is seeking a wide range of gifts to support older community ...

The Practical Nursing program is designed to prepare the student to become a Licensed Practical Nurse.

MCCC will host a free nursing information session March 20, offering details on pathways, admissions and program expectations.