Step Out in Front of Bad Public Relations Now

Step Out in Front of Bad Public Relations Now

In the business of care, it is important to step out in front of bad PR (Public Relations) because the longer negative information goes unaddressed, the more damage it can do to a company or individual’s reputation. Bad PR can spread quickly through social media...
Back to the Basics: The Value of Adult Day Services

Back to the Basics: The Value of Adult Day Services

Adult day care is a valuable service that provides a safe and engaging environment for older adults or individuals with disabilities who require supervision during the day. It is a program designed to enhance the quality of life for older adults and their families by...
The Forgotten Adult Day Care Population

The Forgotten Adult Day Care Population

Dr. Erma Leverette called three, (3) adult day care centers in the Los Angeles, California area with the goal of gathering information and choosing one in which to enroll  her aunt.  To her surprise and disappointment, not one of those who answered the phone could...
When They Are Not All Coming….

When They Are Not All Coming….

How fortunate that in many states residential care is Medicaid reimbursed.  These same qualifying residents may also participate in an adult day services program and have that reimbursed as well.  Generally, there are limits, i.e. 2 to 3 days per week of...
Product Alert:  Specific Training for Adult Day Care in Pennsylvania

Product Alert: Specific Training for Adult Day Care in Pennsylvania

It is our pleasure to serve providers of adult day care in Pennsylvania.  Some whom we have watched grow and blossom in professionalism and person centered care include Fox Chase Adult Day Care, Inc. and Golden Age.  Of course there are tons of others. Many are now...
The Governing Body in Your CORF

The Governing Body in Your CORF

The ever evolving adult day care model is complementing log-term care in very unique ways.  This includes the addition of highly skilled nursing, physician, restorative and rehabilitative services often under the CMS certification as a Comprehensive Outpatient...
Know the Rules; Including What Some Do Not Say…

Know the Rules; Including What Some Do Not Say…

You would be hard-pressed to find an adult day care provider in a state where licensure is required who does not know the rules that apply to their business model.  This is commendable and often impressive.  Regulatory compliance can save lots of grief. Many programs...
In Preparing for CORF Survey, a Utilization Review Reminder…

In Preparing for CORF Survey, a Utilization Review Reminder…

Many are now providing or preparing to provide more clinical services in your adult day health programs.  This is impressive and important.  Maximizing how you serve your community has value and speaks to your commitment to care along the continuum. Generally your...
“In the Multitude of Counselors There is Wisdom”

“In the Multitude of Counselors There is Wisdom”

Many may be familiar with that Scripture from the Bible (Proverbs 14:22)  that reminds us that in all situations more than one voice can often have value, (although the focus of the verse are spiritual situations).   While this Blog is not about using the Bible, we...
The Right Knowledge Can Lead to Increased Income; Or….

The Right Knowledge Can Lead to Increased Income; Or….

Unknown to those who may not be in the business of adult day care, the program’s expenses extend beyond a meal and the everyday items associated with running a building.  Of course there are liability coverages and the cost of transportation.  Fleet management...
The Right Software is About More than Organization

The Right Software is About More than Organization

Adult day programs, which are becoming more and more clinical need truly defined organizational tools.  Nowadays the task of these tools has expanded as billing to Medicaid and Medicare become essential parts of many operations. Clinically competent programs partner...