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Length of Stay at Long-Term Care Facilities, 2006.
A research study on the effects gender has on patients' length of stay at long-term care facilities.
3,375 words (approx. 13.5 pages), 15 sources, £ 92.95
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The purpose of this research effort is to determine whether the length of stay has a corresponding relationship to the gender of the patient living in a long term care facility designated for caring for the elderly. Gender has traditionally been an under-reported variable in assisted living research; even while recognized as a factor that influences longevity, gender tends to be identified as a secondary variable in the research effort to identify elements of the long term care or assisted living practices.
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Hospital Length of Stay, 2008.
An analysis of hospital operations relative to length of stay metrics.
945 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 3 sources, APA, £ 23.95
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This paper uses various economic tools to discuss hospital operations relative to length of stay metrics. The paper concludes that hospitals can increase operating profits and margins by reducing length of stay strategically as a method to funnel patients to higher margin outpatient and diagnostic services.
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Overview
Analysis
Outcome
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"Another economic model that can be applied to community hospital operations is a demand curve which reveals at what point LOS decrease is most effective relative of hospital services usage rates overall. This is an important metric in hospital operations because in order to achieve and sustain profitability a hospital must elevate its use of services across the board including outpatient care and general medical visitations as opposed to relying fully on occupied hospital beds. This graph indicates at which occupancy rates LOS can be maximized squared by the number of overall patient admittances over a 6 month period."
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Marketing for Long Term Care (LTC) Facilities, 2003.
Discusses issues related to marketing for LTC facilities.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 8 sources, £ 38.95
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The paper examines factors that impact the shape of marketing for LTC facilities. It looks at demographics, baby boomers, the high cost of LTC, the Medicaid rule, insurance, and personal funds.
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"The purpose of this research is to examine issues related to marketing for long-term care (LTC) environments and examine the context in which marketing has become relevant to the discourse of LTC. Following, will be a discussion on a range of factors that..."
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Long-term Care Facilities, 1996.
Examines operations, strategies & investment potential of Multicare Companies, Living Centers of Americans & Genesis Health. Chart.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 9 sources, £ 49.95
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The long-term care facilities industry is characterized by consolidation and acquisition as companies seek to expand their market share by growing through mergers. The industry is also characterized by a number of regional companies that focus on their immediate geographic area, and which are reluctant to break out of that area by incurring the costs which go with starting up a new facility.
Revenues in this industry come from private patients who have insurance coverage, or from Medicare and Medicaid patients. Few individuals are able to privately fund the large amounts it takes to sustain residence in a long-term care facility. Some companies have as their goal the eventual discharge of their patients, with the result that they must constantly market their services to obtain ..."
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In-hospital Patient Care, 1995.
This paper assesses managed care health plans: Primary care, length of stay, effectiveness, readmission, patient education and mortality.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 10 sources, £ 54.95
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"The term, managed care, refers to physician management. Managed care plans are based on entire networks of health care providers. For the most part, recent changes within the health care industry have favored managed care facilities. These organizations are able to dispense high-quality, cost-effective services. Hospital expenses are typically increased by such factors as unnecessary hospital days, adverse events, and hospital readmissions. However, prospective payment systems, capitated agreements, retrospective denial of payment, and other reforms may increase hospitals' fiscal responsibilities. Managed care facilities must therefore find ways to improve operations and minimize health care costs. One possible means by which expenditures might be reduced involves primary care. In many ... "
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Facilities Management, 2004.
An analysis of the functions of facilities management, with a focus on a case study of the Nestle company.
2,710 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 7 sources, MLA, £ 56.95
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This paper identifies functions of facilities management that lead to success and contribute to the efficiency and profitability of an organization. The paper focuses on processes of facilities management and discusses total quality management. It examines how different spheres of the business function because of facilities management and how careful monitoring of systems and equipment not only allows for efficiency, but also contributes to financial savings. The paper examines a specific example of a facilities management style taken from a case study of Nestle's Glendale, California headquarters. The case study focuses on the efficiency of telecommunications equipments for the team while also looking at the obstacles such technology creates when members of the team are resistant to change.
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"As with all divisions of a company, a facilities team relies on clear policies and procedures to define the process by which they manage the day's work. Without defined processes the organization is in danger of destroying itself. All functions would stop and efficiency would be in the past. Many factors are important to the health, competitive edge and success for the organization, one of which is public image. Facilities management works to obtain and continue the appropriate public image. This image begins and ends with maintaining excellent client user service and beautiful care of the headquarters. In this way, a facilities team works to provide the best environment conducive to productivity possible. By providing such an environment where every little detail is taken care of, the facilities team creates an environment where the client user can be efficient and successful. By alleviating environmental issues, client users can maintain their daily tasks, even exceed expectations and contribute to the organization's success. "
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Juvenile Detention Facilities, 2006.
An analysis of the problems within US juvenile detention facilities and a discussion of proposed solutions.
2,132 words (approx. 8.5 pages), 11 sources, MLA, £ 45.95
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This paper discusses the problems with the juvenile detention facilities in the United States. It begins by discussing the current situation with the detention facilities and discusses some of the reasons why the facilities are not adequate, such as over-crowding and a lack of therapeutic resources. The paper then proposes some solutions to improve the conditions in the detention facilities.
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Introduction
Educational Program Deficiencies
Proposed Solution
Overcrowding
Proposed Solution
Understaffed
Proposed Solution
Under-Trained Staff
Proposed Solutions
Conclusion
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"Many reports have surfaced regarding the lack of education at juvenile detention facilities. As the investigate reported revealed done by the state of Connecticut on the Juvenile Training School in Middletown, CT, the school didn't even have desks or books upon opening in 2001. (Office of the Child Advocate, 2002). It remained that way for the first three months of being opened."
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Assisted-Living Facilities, 2005.
An analysis of current and future trends in assisted-living facilities in the United States.
3,900 words (approx. 15.6 pages), 13 sources, APA, £ 73.95
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Assisted-living facilities offer a relatively new way to care for seniors who can't manage on their own. The facilities are typically a cross between an apartment building with services and a nursing home with various levels of personal assistance, which are all covered by a monthly rental fee. This paper examines literature on assisted-living facilities in the United States. It concludes with a summary of the research, which shows that, as the American population continues to grow older, increasing numbers of alternative and assisted-living arrangements are going to be required. Assisted-living facilities now represent the most rapidly growing type of residential care for elderly individuals in the United States.
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"Unfortunately for many older people, a fundamental constraint remains in the face of these growing trends towards assisted living facilities: they are not cheap. "The people who express most interest in relocating to an assisted-living community are those least able to afford it, earning on average less than $20,000 a year" (Horvitz 1997, p. 40). A typical assisted-housing unit may easily cost more than $2,000 or $3,000 a month (or more, depending on the region the country); in fact, only 27 percent of those who expect they might need long-term care services say they could come up with the money to pay for them (Horvitz 1997). Although some states have begun to seek waivers to allow Medicaid to pay for assisted living, the government generally restricts coverage to stays in nursing homes--even though assisted living costs 40 percent less. "It's a cheaper option than nursing homes--daily rates are lower," says Redding. "You pay only for what you need, not for what your neighbor needs." Policymakers do have reason to be wary. If assisted living becomes covered by Medicaid, hundreds of thousands of elderly people might take advantage of it, thereby placing an ever greater demand on scarce government resources (Horvitz 1997)."
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Juvenile Correction Facilities, 2002.
Discusses correction facilities for juvenile offenders in New York.
2,123 words (approx. 8.5 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 45.95
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Juvenile crime is a tremendous problem throughout the United States. Several states have created initiatives to curb juvenile crime and prevent juvenile delinquency. New York is just on of the states that have taken the initiative to reduce juvenile crime with the Juvenile Justice Project. This paper begins by explaining the difference between juvenile delinquents and juvenile offenders. It also examines why juveniles end up in these facilities. The paper then focuses on the types of correctional facilities in New York and the treatment that juveniles get in New York correctional facilities. Finally, the author of the paper explains whether or not he agrees with the New York Juvenile Corrections System.
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"In addition, to health services juveniles that are incarcerated in these facilities have access to education, chapel services, and recreation. (Secure Detention) Each of the detention facilities has three schools that are fully staffed and provide juveniles with a tailored education. These schools are collectively known as the Passage Academy. (Secure Detention) There are also full time chaplains who are available for spiritual counseling in each of the facilities. Chapel services are held during the week and on holidays. Juveniles are also given access to recreation including outdoor yards and game rooms. (Secure Detention)"
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Spiritual Worship Facilities at a University, 2005.
A study of a proposal for students' desire for on-campus worship facilities at Montclair State University.
4,854 words (approx. 19.4 pages), 30 sources, MLA, £ 85.95
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This paper examines the desire of residential students at Montclair State University to have on-campus worship facilities. Currently, the worship opportunities at Montclair State are limited to Mass being celebrated by the Chaplain of the Newman Catholic Center. The study shows the strong connection between higher learning and spiritual endeavors. Students at Montclair State University need to have the option of pursuing some form of spiritual enrichment on campus and need the proper facilities to pursue this. The study identifies the need for worship facilities and discusses the students' perceptions and attitudes regarding religious needs, as well as educational needs, on campus.
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Introduction
Statement of Problem
Research Questions
Literature Review
Methodology
Participants
Instruments
Design with Proposed Method of Analysis
Significance of Study with Limitations
Conclusions
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"Understanding the premise of this study requires having basic knowledge about Montclair State University and its vision and mission regarding the educational opportunities the school provides for its students. Montclair State University, located in Montclair, New Jersey, was founded in 1908 in response to the growing demand for teachers. It was the first teachers college to be accredited in 1937 and placed a strong emphasis on liberal arts and the sciences. In 1994, the university was selected to be a teaching university (http://www.montclair.edu)."
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Juvenile Facilities, 2002.
A loo at the need for juvenile facilities and the purpose they serve.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 9 sources, £ 36.95
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A paper that supports the use of juvenile detention facilities. Youth no matter how violent are a product of society. Punishing them for the problems created by the adults is not justified. Thus, to rehabilitate them, juvenile facilities are necessary.
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Extreme Sports Facilities, 2006.
A review of the issues that local authorities should consider when providing extreme sports facilities.
3,889 words (approx. 15.6 pages), 15 sources, MLA, £ 73.95
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This paper reviews the risks and dangers involved in extreme sports. The paper discusses how the authorities that build extreme sports facilities should take these factors into into careful consideration. According to the paper, a lot of accidents and unfortunate incidents could be avoided if the facilities are properly built and cared for.
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Introduction - Popularity and Risk
Budgeting
Planning
Input from Athletes
Construction
Land
Maintenance
Liability
Conclusion
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"Because of these kinds of risks, some towns and cities do not want to have anything to do with facilities for extreme sports, but when local authorities refuse to plan or create these kinds of facilities the people that engage in these extreme sports often try to find other places to practice their skills. This can be extremely dangerous, because practice is most often done in the streets or around buildings. When skateboards, rollerbladers, and others practice in the streets of their neighborhood, they run the risk of being hit by a car, and they also risk the lives of others that may swerve to avoid an accident and then hit something or someone else.
When these athletes practice around buildings or in public parks, there is less danger of being struck by a vehicle, but they can injure themselves very easily on railings, steps, and other areas, and they can also run into, knock over, or otherwise damage other people that may be in that area at the time. Many cities now have ordinances against biking, skateboarding, or rollerblading on sidewalks and other areas, such as walking paths in public parks. This is good for others, but unfortunate for those that want and need a place to practice. Because of these kinds of ordinances, it has become clear that these athletes are rapidly running out of areas to practice and perfect what they do, but yet many local authorities in cities and towns all across the United States still have done nothing to give these people facilities where they can do what they do and be as safe as possible, and where they do not present a danger to others that might be passing by. "
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Sexual Violence in Correctional Facilities, 2005.
A discussion on the prevalence of sexual assault in correctional facilities.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 3 sources, £ 18.95
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This paper discusses sexual violence in correctional facilities. It discusses the prevalence of these acts, as reported by The Boston Globe correspondent Michael Levenson, who notes that in his state alone prisoners in Massachusetts reported 63 alleged rapes sexual assaults and incidents of sexual misconduct last year, and that this statistic probably reflects only a small portion of the sexual violence behind bars.
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"Sexual Violence in Correctional Facilities In a recent report for The Boston Globe, correspondent Michael Levenson notes that in his state alone, "Prisoners in Massachusetts reported 63 alleged rapes, sexual assaults, and incidents of sexual misconduct last year" and that this statistic "probably reflects only a small portion of the sexual violence behind bars" (Levenson). These types of statistics, as well as the unspoken problem of prison rape and sexual assault, have long been overlooked in society as just an existent, but unavoidable, evil. However, the United States Government, in a recent report, has attempted to get to the bottom of this problem. This essay will review the government's study, looking at the trends, problems, and penalties associated with sexual violence in the nation's correctional facilities. In their study, entitled "Sexual Violence Reported by Correctional Authorities, 2004," Allen J. Beck and Timothy A. Hughes have uncovered some serious trends among incidents of prison-related sexual violence."
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Challenges Faced by Rural Healthcare Facilities: Research Proposal, 2008.
A research proposal to investigate the challenges experienced in rural health care facilities.
5,427 words (approx. 21.7 pages), 10 sources, APA, £ 92.95
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This paper is a research proposal to investigate whether rural health care facilities overcome the ongoing challenges to provide quality medical care to their communities. The author provides background information leading up to this question as well as a recommendation for future studies and some diagrams of interest.
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Context of the Problem
Statement of the problem
Research Questions
Rationale of the Research
Significance of the Study
Methodology
Literature Review
Recommendations of the Research
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"Twenty-five percent of the total population in the United States are living in rural areas and compared with urban Americans and healthcare facilities in rural areas generally serve low-income, the elderly, and individuals who are less informed and armed with less knowledge concerning health care prevention measures. Moreover, rural individuals accessing healthcare in rural facilities face barriers to healthcare such as fewer doctors, hospitals and health resources in generation and face difficulty in accessing health services.
"Hospital closures and other market changes have adversely affected rural areas, leaving State and Federal policymakers, and others concerned about access to health care in rural America. Considerable changes in the health care delivery system over the past decade have intensified the need for new approaches to health care in rural areas. Managed care organizations, for example, may not be developed easily in rural areas, partly because of low population density."
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