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Rooted in wellness: A therapist’s role in Medicare’s nutritional focus

Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder

In the FY 2026 Skilled Nursing Facility Proposed Rule, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is requesting feedback on a potential quality measure focused on nutrition. This simple act, planting a garden, has become a symbol of more than fresh produce for many skilled nursing communities. And this spring, its also timely.

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Giving thanks this National Home Care and Hospice Month

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Receiving home care is a safer alternative than nursing homes, hospitals or long-term care facilities – chances of infection are much lower. Home health aides are projected to be the third fastest-growing occupation in all industries, set to rise nearly 50 percent by 2026 from 2016 levels (via US Department of Labor).

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