Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Time for change. Bingo, Bible study and birthday parties -- at some nursing homes, that's as good as it gets. Traditionally, ...

My journey to work is quite long – about 50 minutes – which is actually great because it gives me the opportunity to plan for the day ahead. As soon as I arrive, I take Tess – my four-and-a half-month ...

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) is testing out a new preventative value-based care model with a possible ...

Activity is vital for the physical and psychological wellbeing of care home residents. It should be an integral part of their daily routine but can be viewed as an additional burden for busy staff.

A nurse-led physical activity program developed by researchers — ViSTA — was recently implemented in a Swiss nursing home and ...

Engagement in everyday activities implemented as nursing interventions can enable residents to thrive in nursing homes, according to researchers, who warn that more need to be encouraged. Subscribe ...

Walter is an 83-year-old male who enjoys his time in an assisted living community. The staff help him manage his medications, aid him in getting ...

Bingo, Bible study and birthday parties -- at some nursing homes, that's as good as it gets. Traditionally, long-term care facilities have come up short in the activities realm, relying on old ...