Richmond Times Dispatch article on one woman's father, neglected in a nursing home. >>>

A proposal for the Board of Nursing obtaining authorization to conduct pre-licensure criminal background checks for all registered nurse and licensed practical nurse applicants. >>>

Nursing home violations 'not new' Thirteen facilities in the Roanoke area had more citations than the national average.

U.S. News and World Report Covers Culture Change. >>>

USA Today - Analysis: Poor ratings persist for 1 in 5 U.S. nursing homes >>>

CANHR's new guide to drug misuse - Toxic Medicine: What You Should Know to Fight the Misuse of Psychoactive Drugs in Nursing Homes >>>

REPORT ON NURSING HOMES FROM HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES According to Daniel Levinson, Director of Health and Human Services, over 91% of nursing homes in the United States were cited for deficiencies and almost 17% were cited for actual harm or immediate jeopardy deficiencies >>>

Convicted Sex Offenders: New Responsibilities for Long Term Care Facilities >>>