Skilled Nursing News September 17, 2024
Of an estimated 36 million Americans with a family member or friend in a nursing home, only 37% say their loved one is receiving high-quality care. And political affiliation aside, older adults want public policies that support and improve quality care.
That’s according to a study issued by The John A. Hartford Foundation. Based on a survey conducted on behalf of the foundation, only about half of this population says nursing homes are the safest place for their loved ones.
Meanwhile, improving the quality of nursing homes earned bipartisan support among survey respondents, with 62% of Republicans in support, 68% of Democrats, and 65% independents or those with other political affiliation, agreeing on the need for improved quality care.
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