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Facts Not Fear: COVID Data Demands Vigilance
On June 10, 2020 by Jonathan Lips
Events of the past week illustrate the power of data to shape the public’s understanding of COVID-19 and how the virus impacts aging services providers and the people you serve. Unfortunately, these examples are a powerful reminder that inaccurate data or inaccurate reporting can distort that understanding.
Inspections, Testing Top Long-Term Care Priorities of House Task Force
On May 5, 2020 by Jodi Boyne
A new blueprint introduced by the U.S> House Democratic Caucus Task Force on Aging and Families on will make long-term care and affordable seniors housing a priority for future pandemic relief. The blueprint includes:
Push for Transparency in Assisted Living is Met with Request to Prioritize PPE & Testing
On May 5, 2020 by Jodi Boyne
Three members of Congress recently asked 11 assisted living companies to detail their case counts and strategies related to COVID-19, including their use of personal protective equipment, testing, visitation polices, and sick leave, family leave, medical leave and hazard pay offered to employees. LeadingAge and Argentum used this call for information as an opportunity to push the federal government to prioritize assisted living operators for PPE and other resources to combat COVID-19.