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The problem with batteries

In today's world, Wirelessly Activated Emergency Call/NurseCall Systems are commonplace in senior living communities. The fact that a resident can call for help with the press of a button worn around their neck or wrist and not have to be near a stationary device like a pull-cord or bed button has made these systems very popular in all levels of care.
 

Providing resources for Alzheimer's caregivers

Brooks Kenny

A care team calendar and other online resources can help Alzheimer's caregivers.
 

Long-term solution to energy savings with CHP

Barry Sanders

Currently, facilities are facing a growing demand for electricity for new equipment, space heat for comfort and hot water for domestic needs. Combine this increased overall demand with rising utility prices and energy has become a much larger portion of your overall operating budget.
 

Latest Listings

AOD Software - Answers on Demand

AOD Software was ranked one of the fastest-growing software companies in the US by Inc Magazine and offers the industry’s truly integrated solution that runs clinicals, financials and operations for CCRCs, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, Home Health and Rehab Services. Why is integration important? In a word -- efficiency. ...
 

AOD Software - Answers on Demand

AOD Software was ranked one of the fastest-growing software companies in the US by Inc Magazine and offers the industry’s truly integrated solution that runs clinicals, financials and operations for CCRCs, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, Home Health and Rehab Services. Why is integration important? In a word -- efficiency. ...
 

AOD Software - Answers on Demand

AOD Software was ranked one of the fastest-growing software companies in the US by Inc Magazine and offers the industry’s truly integrated solution that runs clinicals, financials and operations for CCRCs, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, Home Health and Rehab Services. Why is integration important? In a word -- efficiency. ...
 

Featured Listings

Atlas Business Solutions, Inc. (ABS)

Provider of the #1 employee scheduling software—Visual Staff Scheduler Pro and the Web-based scheduling solution, ScheduleAnywhere. Creating and managing work schedules has never been faster or simpler! Preschedule shifts and time off, make schedule changes with ease, ensure mandated staffing levels, view staff availability and hours scheduled, reduce ...
 

Span-America Medical Systems, Inc.

Span-America offers a full line of powered and non-powered support surfaces and overlays to address both treatment and prevention of pressure ulcers. Our patented PressureGuard® air therapy surfaces, Geo-Mattress® therapeutic foam mattresses, and patented, shear-reducing Geo-Matt® and Delta pediatric foam overlays give the busy clinician the ...
 

3M Resident Monitoring (formerly HomeFree Systems)

Dignified Living with Peace of Mind. 3M Resident Monitoring ensures senior care communities' residents safety, well being, independence and dignity through wireless monitoring over a single, cost effective communication platform and unique product design: Wander management § Nurse call § Fall management § Staff Safety. 3M Resident Monitoring’s wireless elderly ...
 

Perkins Eastman

Perkins Eastman offers providers and operators the latest solutions in planning and design, strategic visioning, board education, partnership development, program management, and post occupancy research. Our staff understands the complex strategic, financing, and planning issues facing your organizations, and we are experts at designing dynamic new buildings as well as ...
 

VANCARE, Inc.

VANCARE, Inc. is proud to offer the VERA Lift, VANDER-Lift and VANDER-Track.  They are the smart choices for nursing staff, risk managers and maintenance professionals.  For maximum results, VANCARE offers thorough training and follow-up support.  With proper use, VANCARE’s lifts reduce back injuries, resulting in less worker’s compensation claims and ...
 

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