All across the country, millions of people work in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, retirement communities, and other facilities that cater to those in their later years. As the U.S. population continues to age over the coming decades, there will be more of those facilities and a greater need for healthcare professionals who know how to work with the elderly. These facilities provide a variety of activities, opportunities for socializing, and educational programs, as well as medical care. As such, it takes all types of professionals to make a nursing home successful. Working in a nursing home requires the right […]

As the United States population continues to age, the need for quality elder care will grow. One common living option for those who require a high level of care is a nursing home. Nursing homes are complex healthcare facilities with different departments dedicated to maintaining the physical, psychological, and emotional health of their residents. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported in 2016 that there were 15,600 nursing homes in the U.S., with about 1.7 million total beds. To support all of their patients, nursing homes employ a diverse group of professionals. These employees may specialize in business, […]

For certain populations, it can be difficult to leave the house or have a social life without assistance and support. Many family members become the caretaker of a parent, sibling, or child who doesn’t need the services of a nursing home or inpatient facility but could benefit from the daily attention of trained healthcare specialists. Individuals who might utilize such regular care include older people suffering from the early effects of dementia and younger adults who have mental health problems or have suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI). One option for such individuals is an adult day center. These care […]