Insights

Objective Data, Earlier Intervention: A New Approach to Fall Risk

HealthPro Heritage — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 11:30:00 GMT

Falls remain one of the most persistent threats to health and independence for older adults, and most fall risk assessments still rely on periodic, observation-based scoring. HealthPro Heritage's licensed therapists now pair that clinical judgment with objective, technology-supported gait and balance measurement through a partnership with Exer AI. The result is a way to identify risk earlier, build more targeted treatment plans, and give residents, families, and care teams a clear, measurable picture of progress over time. This paper explains the problem this addresses, how the approach works, and what it means for communities considering how to strengthen fall prevention efforts.

Proposed Rule Summary FY 2027

mdzuba@heritage-healthcare.com (HealthPRO/Heritage) — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:27:52 GMT

As part of the federal annual rulemaking process, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has published the FY 2027 Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Proposed Rule. This year there were no major surprises, but CMS did include requests for stakeholder input. HealthPRO is highly recommending that the IDT discuss the overview below and assemble comments to reply to CMS regarding this proposed rule. The following brief summary of the proposed rule’s key impacts on SNF operations and the importance of stakeholder engagement in the response process.

Long-Term Care Options

mdzuba@heritage-healthcare.com (HealthPRO/Heritage) — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:37:37 GMT

Long-Term Care Options: Choosing What’s Right for Your Loved One

Dementia Home Care Tips

mdzuba@heritage-healthcare.com (HealthPRO/Heritage) — Fri, 13 Feb 2026 18:32:32 GMT

Dementia Home Care: Tips for Safe and Compassionate Support

What Is A CCRC?

mdzuba@heritage-healthcare.com (HealthPRO/Heritage) — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 13:34:14 GMT

When it comes to retirement living, there are a lot of options. Sorting through them can feel confusing—especially when you’re trying to plan not just for today, but for the future as well.

A Family Checklist : Touring Senior Living Communities

mdzuba@heritage-healthcare.com (HealthPRO/Heritage) — Fri, 02 Jan 2026 14:48:45 GMT

Touring a senior living community is an important step, but one that can feel overwhelming. While brochures and online photos can be helpful, nothing replaces seeing a community in action and noticing how it feels to move through the space, interact with staff, and observe residents going about their day.

Creating Safe, and Inclusive Family Visits During the Holidays

mdzuba@heritage-healthcare.com (HealthPRO/Heritage) — Fri, 19 Dec 2025 14:36:44 GMT

The holiday season brings joy, connection, and the chance to gather with loved ones. For the individuals and families we serve across long-term care, senior living, home health, and pediatric settings, these visits are meaningful opportunities to celebrate, reminisce, and strengthen relationships.

SNF PDPM Audit Risk and Readiness

mdzuba@heritage-healthcare.com (HealthPRO/Heritage) — Thu, 11 Dec 2025 18:40:20 GMT

Federal oversight of PDPM is intensifying across the post-acute industry, and Skilled Nursing Facilities are preparing for a new era of heightened accountability. As Medicare Part A claims face deeper review, facilities must ensure that coding practices, documentation standards, and interdisciplinary workflows can stand up to regulatory scrutiny. In this environment, the strength of a facility’s therapy partnership matters more than ever.

Winter Wellness

mdzuba@heritage-healthcare.com (HealthPRO/Heritage) — Mon, 01 Dec 2025 14:31:58 GMT

Protecting Our Communities: The Critical Role of Handwashing, Vaccinations, and Therapy in Winter Wellness

Honoring Our Veterans: The Healing Power of Therapy

mdzuba@heritage-healthcare.com (HealthPRO/Heritage) — Thu, 20 Nov 2025 15:11:14 GMT

This November, as our nation pauses to honor those who have served, we extend our deepest gratitude to all veterans, active-duty service members, and their families. Your courage, sacrifice, and resilience have protected the freedoms we all enjoy. At HealthPro-Heritage, we are proud to serve those who have served us—providing compassionate, evidence-based therapy that supports every stage of recovery, rehabilitation, and wellness.