Mature Media Awards for ALFA's University
The National Association of Area Agencies on Aging and the Mature Market Resource
Center presented the Seventh Annual Mature Media Awards Program, where the Assisted Living
Federation of America's University, a line of training books, manuals and videos for
assisted-living operators, received Mature Media Awards. The awards included three Gold
Awards recognizing training materials, i.e., books, videos and instructor's guides. The
other three were merit awards for training products and start-up marketing. The program is
held to honor the best advertising, marketing and educational materials designed and
produced for older adults. For more information, call ALFA's University at (800) 258-7030.
Self-Care Guidebook
The American Institute for Preventive Medicine released the HealthyLife® 50-Plus
Self-Care Guide, a book designed to help older adults make informed choices about their
health by offering suggestions to help make wise decisions. Each health problem listed is
divided into three parts: facts about the problem, a list of self-care treatments and
yes-and-no questions that help decide if medical attention is necessary. Also available is
the HealthyLife® Self-Care Seminar Instructor's Guide and the Self-Care Infofold that
covers topics such as backaches, depression, pain relief and chest pain, as well as
others. For more information, contact the American Institute for Preventive Medicine,
30445 Northwestern Hwy., Suite 350, Farmington Hills, MI 48334; phone (248) 539-1800; fax
(248) 539-1808.
Hospice Operations Sold to VistaCare
Scottsdale, Ariz.-based VistaCare, a hospice-care provider, announced a definitive
agreement to purchase Louisville, Ky.-based Vencor Inc.'s 21 hospice operations in 11
states. Vencor owns and operates a national network of hospitals, nursing centers and
contract-service providers. Vista's hospice operations will serve more than 900 patients
in 30 sites. For more information, call (860) 657-2945.
Industry Events
AAHSA 37th Annual Meeting and Expo
Nov. 1-4; "Framing the Future"; Convention Center, Los Angeles; (202)
508-9434
Annual PALA-CALM Conference
Nov. 9-10; "Assisted Living for the Future"; Holiday Inn, Harrisburg/Hershey,
Pa.; (215) 256-1466
Leading in New Directions Convention and Trade Show
Nov. 17-19; Minneapolis Hyatt Regency Hotel, Minneapolis; (612) 854-2844
MALA's Fall '98 Conference & Tradeshow
Nov. 18-19; "Assisted Living: Your Window of Opportunity"; Sheraton Baltimore
North, Towson, Md.; (410) 290-8098
NASLIE 1998 Annual Senior Living Industry Summit
Dec. 5-9; Westin Mission Hills Resort, Rancho Mirage, Calif.; (850) 513-9230
ACHCA Winter Marketplace
Dec. 7-9; Las Vegas; (703) 739-7900
Assisted Living Success Expo
Feb. 3-5; Alexis Park Resort and Spa, Las Vegas; (602) 990-1101, ext. 1151
Must-See Sites
Alzheimer's Association:
www.alz.org
American Society for Consultant Pharmacists:
www.ascp.com
Kimberly-Clark's Away From Home Sector:
www.k-caway.com
Government Watch
President Targets Poor-Performing Nursing Homes
President Clinton announced initiatives to target poor-performing nursing homes that
are supported by the American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging (AAHSA), the
association for not-for-profit, long-term-care and senior-housing providers. He also
announced initiatives to create a registry system for nursing-home employees; improve
nutrition and hydration of residents; reauthorize the nursing-home ombudsman program; and
continue efforts for collecting information on resident care through a national, automated
data-collection system.
Sheldon L. Goldberg, president of AAHSA, testified before the Senate Aging Committee
that improved efforts are necessary to force chronically poor-performing nursing homes out
of the industry. Goldberg said a survey and certification system only eliminates part of
the problem. "We pay far too little attention to new providers coming into the
field," he said. "We only require that they have money. As a result, we
sometimes reward those who provide the worst care because they are often the ones who can
afford to buy more nursing homes."
Goldberg pointed out a possible negative outcome of focusing too much on the survey
process. "I fear that we could create a situation in which the only way surveyors can
show they are doing a good job is by citing a large number of violations. If over-citing
occurs, it would force good homes to expend their resources defending themselves."
AAHSA is also trying to establish a national registry that would allow administrators
to check the history of potential employees nationally instead of just the current ability
of a statewide search. For more information, call (202) 508-9475; Web www.aahsa.org.
People on the Move
Robin Malley and Cindy Blevins were appointed retirement counselors at
CareMatrix-owned Chancellor Park of Park Ridge. Malley is a licensed real-estate
salesperson. Blevins has 10 years of experience in retirement housing with her most recent
position at another CareMatrix community.
Darlene G. Meagher was appointed director of residential relations for Forsgate
Villas. Prior, she was director of managed care at The Hospital Center at Orange and area
manager for HealthSouth Corp.
Craig Laudeman joined Parallel Commercial Capital Maryland as senior loan
officer. Prior to Parallel, he was assistant vice president at Crestar Bank and has been
in the mortgage business since 1988.
Robert E. Bale was appointed vice president of medical facilities for Barry,
Bette & Led Duke Inc....Tara L. Borst was appointed marketing coordinator...Gordon
R. Sacks was appointed director of marketing systems.
Jean Brophy was appointed director of operations for Benchmark Assisted Living.
Prior, she was senior executive officer at the ADS Group and executive director for
Kendal.
Schatzi Melick and Edward Steffen were appointed regional directors for
FHA lending. Melick brings more than 20 years experience including branch manager/vice
president for GMAC Commercial Mortgage. Steffen was previously senior vice president at
WMF Huntoon Paige Associates.
Don W. Roberts was appointed director of dealer sales and marketing for Champion
Bus Inc., where he will be responsible for the coordination of the Dealer Network and
marketing efforts.
James A. Wimbush was elected to the LightPath Technologies Inc. board of
directors...Donald E. Lawson, LightPath's president and CEO, was elected to a new
board seat.
Sandra M. Remey joined The WMF Group as public-relations manager. She has more
than 10 years experience in marketing and communications...Dennis S. Kent joined
WMF Proctor Office as an investment officer. He has eight years experience in financial
services.
Catherine Johnson was appointed administrator of Walker Southview Health Care
Center. Her responsibilities will also be with Walker Cityview Health Care Center and
Walker's Colonial Village.
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