Payroll Based Journal (PBJ) reporting is one of the more consequential compliance obligations facing skilled nursing facilities today. Mandated by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), PBJ requires facilities to submit detailed, quarterly staffing data that directly informs the public-facing Five-Star Quality Rating System. An[…]

Influenza, commonly called the flu, is an annual concern for long-term care facilities throughout the United States. Residents of nursing homes and other long-term care settings are at increased risk for serious complications from influenza because many are older adults and/or live with chronic medical conditions or weakened immune systems.

Advance care planning (ACP) is much more than completing an advance directive or checking a box at admission. It is an ongoing, person-centered process that helps ensure a resident’s goals, values, and preferences guide healthcare decisions throughout their stay. It typically unfolds through ongoing conversations among the resident, their family,[…]

Since 1996, Affinity Health Services has provided expert senior living management and consulting services across 15 states. In celebration of our 30th Anniversary, we invite you to join us for a Continuing Education Conference, October 12–13 at the beautiful Bayfront Convention Center in Erie, PA.

In skilled nursing facilities, the comprehensive care plan is often associated with regulatory compliance. While it is a requirement under the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), its true purpose extends far beyond meeting survey expectations. A well-developed care plan serves as the foundation for delivering individualized,[…]

Thirty years ago, Affinity Health Services was founded on a commitment to serving the senior care industry with integrity, accountability, and excellence. As we celebrate this milestone and mark a new chapter with a leadership transition, we invite you to watch our 30th Anniversary video and reflect on the people, partnerships, and values that[…]

Successful readmission reduction begins with recognizing and utilizing available clinical capabilities.

Longtime Affinity EVP Candace McMullen Appointed President/CEO

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and in long-term care this month serves as an important reminder that mental and emotional well-being are just as essential as physical health. Mental health is not a secondary concern in senior care settings — it is a critical component of quality care and overall quality of life. This month provides an ideal[…]

As we continue to move beyond the census challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic , old routines have shifted—and building census is no exception. For Admission and Marketing professionals, prioritizing relationships in every aspect of the role is essential.