Geriatric Research Publications
The GDS (Geriatric Depression Scale) has demonstrated validity among ambulatory elderly but is less useful in nursing homo populations. This is because of the rates of cognitive impairment. We, therefore, sought the lowest level of Mini-Mental Status Exam (MMSE) score which the GDS would remain valid. READ MORE…
in Older Adults with Severe, Chronic Asthma. Life Threatening asthma is a serious condition that is often difficult to treat. Often, despite maximal medical therapies, these patients remain functionally crippled. READ MORE…
ProPublica set out to compile the key rules and regulations governing assisted living in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. This information was gathered from state regulatory agencies, an examination of state codes and other records, and a 2013 review prepared by the National Center for Assisted Living, an industry trade group. READ MORE…