The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services lacks comprehensive planning and oversight to ensure that its 72 health care workforce agency programs meet national healthcare workforce needs, according to a new government report. Learn more.

U.S. healthcare costs are disproportionately concentrated among older adults with multiple chronic conditions or functional limitations, with disparities particularly pronounced in the United States compared to eight other countries finds a new study from the Commonwealth Fund. Learn more.

 

 

Senior living culinary operations experts share some of their tips for trimming dining costs throughout communities without sacrificing quality in Senior Living Executive magazine’s “10 Tips for Trimming Dining Costs.” Learn more.

Argentum Update readers are invited to explore the Argentum Membership and Marketing Planner to access the new 2016 membership benefits package, this year’s events calendar, Senior Living Executive magazine editorial calendar, information on the new Executive Director Certification program, and more. Learn more.

Argentum is seeking nominations for its 2016 awards program, including awards celebrating senior living heroes, community leaders, and innovative services and programs. Learn more.

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