Oklahoma Nursing Home Facing Allegations of Physical and Verbal Abuse of Residents
A recent Oklahoma State Department of Health report alleges multiple cases of verbal and physical abuse at an Enid nursing home.
Massachusetts Announces Continued Efforts to Protect Older Adults in Skilled Nursing Facilities
The Baker-Polito Administration announced plans to implement a vaccine mandate for long-term care (LTC) staff to strengthen infection control and protect vulnerable residents. Skilled Nursing…
Colorado Adds Masking Requirements for Residential Care Facilities
Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) released updated guidance modifying masking requirements for residential care facilities serving older adults and people with disabilities.…
A New Grant Aims to Decrease Social Isolation among Virginia Nursing Home Residents
Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, social isolation and loneliness were a daily reality for many nursing home residents.
NJ Governor Announces Vaccine Requirement for Workers in Healthcare Facilities
Governor Phil Murphy announced that all workers in certain state and private healthcare facilities and high-risk congregate settings will be required to be fully vaccinated…
As COVID cases surge, Montana officials say nursing homes can’t require vaccinations
Nursing homes and other long-term care facilities in Montana can’t require employees or residents to be vaccinated against COVID-19, according to guidance released by the…
Cuomo Considering Mandatory Vaccines for Nursing Home Workers, Teachers
Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Monday floated the possibility of implementing COVID-19 vaccination mandates for nursing home workers and teachers if a recent uptick in cases…
Inspectors find some nursing homes still failing to follow basic COVID-19 protocols in 2021
Across the country, many nursing homes have continued to violate infection-control procedures, including basic measures intended to stop the spread of COVID-19. Even as the…
Alabama Health System Agrees to Pay $1 Million
On July 23, 2021, a notice of dismissal was filed indicating that SpectraCare Health Systems, Inc. agreed to pay $1 million dollars to resolve a…
Tennessee nurse discovers medication violation, up to 100 patients affected
At least 100 patients at a Tennessee medical center could have been exposed to three bloodborne diseases from May to July by a contract nurse…