LTC Today

Fall/Winter 2021 CoverIHCA’s bi-annual magazine, LTC Today, is a path of information for members of IHCA and others interested in the long term care profession. Each issue covers a variety of topics, including the latest in technology, products, member accomplishments, future trends in the long term care industry, facility profiles and much more.

This publication was created for you, our members, and we're always looking for opportunities to showcase the work you're doing in your centers.  If you have a staff or resident story, a new and fresh program, a facility event or any other interesting ideas you would like us to feature, please email jwebb@ihca.com.   

There are a number of advertising opportunities available to promote your business. If you are interested in advertising in the magazine, contact Jackie Webb (jwebb@ihca.com) to find out more or to purchase an ad online.

View our current issue or past digital issues below by simply clicking on the issue name to view it below (ex: Fall/Winter).


2024

Spring/Summer
74th Annual Convention & Expo: "Playbook For Success" 
Unsung Heroes Of Long Term Care
Elder Care Workers Will Always Be Essential - Will They Always Be Underpaid?
Vitamin D Deficiency In The Elderly 

 
2023
Fall/Winter
One Man Turned Nursing Home Design On Its Head When He Created This Facility
The HAPPY Concept: Unleashing The Power of Resident Activity Programming
Unique Ways Nursing Facilities Can Obtain More Testimonials
Congratulations 2023 Award Winners

Spring/Summer

3 Emerging Risks Affecting Care Providers
How SNFs and ALs Can Improve Hiring And Retention 
Medicaid Allowances Fail To Meet Basic Needs Of Nursing Home Residents
Are Residents Consuming Too Many Inflammation-Causing Foods?

 

2022
Fall/Winter
Elderspeak Can Be Detrimental To Seniors
Quiet Quitting Is Happening In Health Care Too 
Doctors Open Up About Turning Away Patients With Disibilities
6 Management Tips To Use When Staffing Is Low and Workload Is High 

Spring/Summer

Skilled Nursing Facilities Are Facing A Staffing Crisis
How Seniors Can Beneift From Adopting An Exercise Regime
Panemic-Fueled Staffing Shortages Are Threatning Nursing Homes
Why Use Of The R-Word Needs To Stop


2021
Fall/Winter
Easy Dietitian-Recommended Advice for Feeding Seniors
Artificial Intelligience Aids Long Term Care Hiring
Pandemic, Worker Shortage Pose Major Challenges to LTC Industry
Defeating Misinformation is Key in Ending the Pandemic
Covid Keeps Delivering Lessons About Health Care Worker Burnout
 
Spring/Summer
The Importance of CNAs in Long Term Care
Who Should Get the Covid Vaccine
The Looming Task of Maintaing and Supporting Staff
What the First Hands-Free Shoe Means for the Disability Community
 
  2020
Fall/Winter
The Importance of Telehealth for Vulnerable Populations: The Crisis and Beyond
Safety Measures at Assisted Living Communities
Getting A Flu Shot This Year Is More Important Than Ever Because of COVID-19
Cooking May Fill The Stomach, But Caring Fills The Soul 
Video Games Show Potential in Improving Key Aspects of Memory in Older Adults

Spring/Summer
Surving the Coronavirus: What You Should Know and How Impacts You
Tips to Ensure Your Residents Mental Health Needs Are Met During the COVID Pandemic
How to Stay Well in Hot Weather
Person-Centered Care and Why It's Important to Long Term Care
Hydration Tips for Seniors