SAN MATEO, Calif. (PRWEB)
October 10, 2019

Caring.com, a leading senior care referral service with Family Advisors nationwide, released its 2019 Senior Living Report on the Best and Worst Places for Seniors to Live. All 50 states and 302 cities in the U.S. were ranked based on healthcare, housing options, community engagement, transportation, quality of life and workforce development.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, almost 20 million Americans will be age 80 or older by 2030. With such a fast-growing population, it’s critical that our communities address the needs and socioeconomic conditions of the elderly. Caring’s team spent countless hours researching 70 factors that were key markers for livability and quality of life. A total of six metrics were used to grade each city and state.

“Compiling and analyzing senior care data to provide helpful and highly relevant insights has been part of our social mission since our company was founded in 2007,” says Jason Persinger, Caring’s Chief Digital Officer. “This comprehensive study is designed to help families and seniors understand and discuss the landscape for seniors living in specific states, while also supporting our nation’s communities in better serving the growing population of seniors.”

Caring not only examined top priorities for seniors, but they also expanded the study to highlight factors driving socioeconomic conditions for older adults. Healthcare and affordable housing options were top-of-mind when measuring the most livable environments. Other areas that contribute to the well-being and quality of life for seniors include community engagement, transportation and workforce development.

“In addition to healthcare and housing options, we also thought it was important to look at states and cities with the best workforce development programs,” says Persinger. “Although some people completely retire at age 65, many seniors are forced to work part-time or take on a second career just to make ends meet.”

The 2019 list recognized New York, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Connecticut and Rhode Island along with the best overall states. Idaho, New Mexico, Arkansas, Nevada and South Carolina were ranked among the worst states. To access the complete ranking of the Best and Worst Places for Senior Living, please visit https://www.caring.com/senior-living

10 Best Places for Seniors to Live in the United States

1st – Vermont

2nd – New York

3rd – Massachusetts

4th – Nebraska

5th – Minnesota

6th – Maine

7th – Iowa

8th – South Dakota

9th – Wisconsin

10th – New Hampshire

Top 10 Worst Places for Seniors to Live in the United States

50th – Nevada

49th – South Carolina

48th – New Mexico

47th – Georgia

46th – Arkansas

45th – Texas

44th – Florida

43rd – Tennessee

42nd – Arizona

41st – Delaware

ABOUT CARING.COM

With millions of website visitors, Caring.com is a leading senior care resource and referral service for family caregivers seeking information and support as they care for aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones. Founded in 2007 and applying cutting-edge technology to its social mission, Caring provides caregivers helpful senior care content and comprehensive senior living and senior care directories for the United States, and is the #1 site for senior care reviews, with more than 250,000 published and thousands added every month. Through a toll-free referral line at (605) 753-5304, Caring’s Family Advisors across the nation help families and seniors research and connect to the most appropriate senior care services for their specific situations. For more information about our organization and services, please visit http://www.caring.com/about and join with Caring on Facebook.

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“Healthcare professionals can, at any time, encounter an agitated person in their profession. How that healthcare worker responds to that situation can make the difference between the situation diffusing and resolving calmly or escalating to a physical, violent encounter.”

INDIANAPOLIS (PRWEB)
October 10, 2019

Violent incidents are more than four times as likely to occur in healthcare settings than in other professional workplaces. In 2014, 21% of registered nurses and nursing students reported being physically assaulted at work and more than 50% reported being verbally abused. Experts estimate at least 50% of healthcare professionals will encounter violence at least once in their healthcare career.

The most beneficial method of preventing healthcare violence is de-escalation—using therapeutic communication and interventions to defuse emotional tension. In De-Escalating Violence in Healthcare, author S. E. McKnight provides a comprehensive guidebook of therapeutic de-escalation techniques to improve safety in healthcare settings and manage aggressive behavior. The content outlines best practice techniques for easy and successful application in real-world scenarios—providing objectives, case studies, and graphics, as well as electronic assessment and relevant documentation templates. Further, specific techniques that address difficult behavioral issues associated with schizophrenia, dementia, bipolar disorder, delirium, and anxiety/panic disorders are also provided.

“De-escalation is one of the most valuable skills a healthcare worker can possess,” said author S. E. McKnight, DNP, MSN, BA, RN-BC. “Healthcare professionals can, at any time, encounter an agitated person in their profession. How that healthcare worker responds to that situation can make the difference between the situation diffusing and resolving calmly or escalating to a physical, violent encounter.”

The author has also created material downloads to support the use of this book in classroom and professional settings. Materials such as the De-Escalating Violence in Healthcare Quiz (plus answer key) and a De-Escalation Body Language Tips Sheet, along with other supplemental files, are available for free download at https://sigma.nursingrepository.org/handle/10755/17096.

This book is available at SigmaMarketplace.org/SigmaBooks.

De-Escalating Violence in Healthcare: Strategies to Reduce Emotional Tension and Aggression

By S. E. McKnight, DNP, MSN, BA, RN-BC

Published by Sigma, 2019

ISBN-13: 9781948057493

EPUB ISBN: 9781948057509

PDF ISBN: 9781948057516

MOBI ISBN: 9781948057523

Price: US $59.95

Trade paperback, 296 pages

Trim size: 7 3/8 x 9 1/8

About the author:

S. E. McKnight, DNP, MSN, BA, RN-BC, a mental health educator for more than 22 years, is an adjunct instructor at the University of West Florida. She divides her time among clinical practice, training, consulting, scholarly writing, and research, focusing on de-escalation training to prevent violence and promote holistic wellness and recovery. McKnight developed the first competency-based mental health learning needs assessment for professional nursing practice, which has been published by the American Psychiatric Association as a best practice instrument for research and education.

The Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing (Sigma) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is advancing world health and celebrating nursing excellence in scholarship, leadership, and service. Founded in 1922, Sigma has more than 135,000 active members in over 90 countries and territories. Members include practicing nurses, instructors, researchers, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and others. Sigma’s more than 530 chapters are located at more than 700 institutions of higher education throughout Armenia, Australia, Botswana, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, England, Ghana, Hong Kong, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Kenya, Lebanon, Malawi, Mexico, the Netherlands, Pakistan, Philippines, Portugal, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Swaziland, Sweden, Taiwan, Tanzania, Thailand, the United States, and Wales.

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The Meridian at Boca Raton & The Meridian at Waterways

We are thrilled to welcome both The Meridian of Boca Raton and The Meridian of Waterways to our Meridian family

BETHESDA, Md. (PRWEB)
October 10, 2019

Meridian Senior Living, LLC (Meridian) is pleased to announce the addition of The Meridian at Boca Raton (Boca Raton) in Boca Raton, FL and The Meridian at Waterways (Waterways) in Fort Lauderdale, FL to its portfolio on September 27, 2019. Meridian is managing and operating Boca Raton and Waterways on a day-to-day basis.

“We are excited to continue to grow the Meridian Senior Living portfolio by welcoming employees of these communities, the residents, and resident families to the Meridian family,” says Meridian Senior Living Chief Operating Officer Kacy Kang. “We look forward to learning the unique stories and passions of our new residents, their families and our new colleagues.”

“We are thrilled to welcome both The Meridian of Boca Raton and The Meridian of Waterways to our Meridian family,” states Damon Thomas, Meridian Senior Living Regional Director of Operations. “We are eager to deliver high quality, compassionate care, and enrich the lives of our new community team members and residents by virtue of our WOW! culture.”

Approximately 10 miles west of the Atlantic, Boca Raton enjoys an extraordinary location surrounded by nature with Everglades wildlife expanses to the west and convenient amenities with a metropolitan area to the east. Boca Raton offers both assisted living and memory care services in a newly built senior living community featuring I-2 construction standards. This 3-story community offers 132 spacious, luxury residences including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Nestled in an exclusive north Miami suburban neighborhood at 21865 Ponderosa Drive in Boca Raton, FL, Boca Raton is convenient to the Boca Raton Natural Reserve, upscale shopping, dining, leisure, and healthcare options.

Boca Raton residents enjoy beautifully landscaped courtyards along with unparalleled building features including spacious luxury apartments with a variety of floor plans, an indulgent spa and salon, a modern fitness gym, a country kitchen, multiple activity rooms, a state-of-the-art theater, a card room, a library, and a full-service bar serving a selection of wine and cocktails. Residents can enjoy chef prepared meals in a choice of three elegant dining rooms along with a private dining area available for entertaining family and friends. Scheduled activities and social events including happy hours, musical entertainment, and various outings are geared toward a social, active lifestyle. Along with personalized care services, an in-house physician’s office and 24-hour nursing staff are available to offer residents convenience and an extra layer of safety. For more information regarding The Meridian at Boca Raton, visit themeridianatbocaraton.com or call (561) 328-0916.

Just steps from the seashore in the waterways region of Fort Lauderdale, Waterways enjoys an exceptional location with stunning views overlooking the ocean. Waterways offers both assisted living and memory care services in a custom designed, brand new senior living community featuring best-in-class construction and finishes. This community offers 106 spacious, luxury residences including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Located at 3001 E. Oakland Park Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale, FL, Waterways is convenient to upscale retail malls, restaurants, country clubs, entertainment in an active coastal environment, two proximate hospitals, and medical office buildings.

While taking in breathtaking views, Waterways residents dine on cuisine from an executive chef and enjoy unmatched amenities such as an expansive fitness and wellness center, luxury spa and salon, an elegant restaurant overlooking the intracoastal waterway, a tavern, an eighth floor sky lounge with grand piano, and a state-of-the-art theater with a 90” screen. A vast array of social events including happy hours, dances, barbecues, and various outings are geared toward a social, active lifestyle. Residents are encouraged to embrace their independence along with peace of mind at Waterways where 24-hour nursing staff is available if needed. For more information regarding The Meridian at Waterways, visit themeridianatwaterways.com or call (754) 206-6485.

For more information regarding The Meridian of Boca Raton, The Meridian of Waterways, and other Meridian Senior Living communities, please visit meridiansenior.com.

About Meridian Senior Living:

Meridian Senior Living, a privately held company based in Bethesda, Maryland, owns and operates seniors housing communities across the country and provides operational consulting to 24 communities in China. With more than 70 communities in 21 states and more in development, Meridian is one of the largest seniors housing operators in the U.S. The company prides itself on providing the highest quality care, exceptional lifestyle programming and a distinctive dining experience for its residents. For more information on Meridian Senior Living, visit meridiansenior.com.

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SAN DIEGO (PRWEB)
October 10, 2019

AristaMD, an innovative telehealth platform that delivers primary care providers timely and documented specialist insight, announced today the launch of an app allowing its providers to easily transfer images as part of the eConsult platform. The new web-based AristaMD Photo App is an easy-to-access, streamlined, and HIPAA-compliant solution that further enhances electronic consultation efficiency and effectiveness for cases needing visual references—most commonly the dermatology consult.

AristaMD, which launched in 2013, aims to improve healthcare outcomes by connecting its thousands of participating payers and providers to specialists through eConsults. It is already proven to deliver cost-effective, more timely access to specialty care. Providers simply use their mobile phone to take photos through the app, which are automatically and securely saved exclusively to the AristaMD platform, then continue to process their referral order and eConsult as usual.

There are fewer practicing dermatologists in rural regions. Geographic barriers compound the issue of long wait times for specialist appointments. According to a recent report,“since 2009 patient wait times for a dermatology appointment have increased by 46 percent, or from an average of 22.1 days to 32.3 days in 2017.” Timely access to care for dermatological issues can have a significant impact on patient health, as conditions include life-threatening and quickly progressing conditions such as skin cancer. Researchers have found “providing specialty treatment to a potential melanoma within 14 days of diagnosis could improve a patient’s prognosis by 20 percent.”

Use of AristaMD’s eConsults have proven highly effective with 81 percent of dermatology consults replacing a face-to-face visit with a dermatologist. The Photo App will continue improving patient access to this specialty care for even more case uses.

“Currently, patients are waiting anywhere from two to four months for a specialist appointment, but the reality is that a large portion of those specialist referrals are not needed,” said Brooke LeVasseur, CEO of AristaMD. “The new AristaMD Photo App will help PCPs continue to significantly reduce unnecessary face-to-face referrals in even more cases needing visual documentation. This marks one of many product innovations my team has been working on to expand the benefits of eConsults to as many patients as possible.”

For additional information on AristaMD’s Photo App, please visit: https://www.aristamd.com/resources/literature/aristamd-photo-app-brochure/

About AristaMD

eConsult Solutions That Improve Quality of Care

AristaMD is focused on improving patient outcomes through more timely access to specialty care. Its eConsult platform provides a telehealth solution that empowers primary care providers with clinical workup checklists and the ability to conduct electronic consults (also known as eConsults or virtual consults) to significantly improve the patient referral process and allow greater access to timely, high-quality care. Designed to seamlessly integrate into physician referral workflows, the platform allows payers and providers to quickly and cost-effectively launch specialist eConsults using their own specialists or those provided by AristaMD’s board-certified panel of experts. AristaMD’s platform has proven to deliver cost-effective, timely access to specialty care through eConsults, significantly reducing the need for face-to-face visits while increasing patient satisfaction. Committed to driving better health outcomes, AristaMD partners with healthcare stakeholders to ensure their success in the transition to value-based care.

For additional information, visit: http://www.aristamd.com, or follow AristaMD on LinkedIn and Twitter.

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