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GuideStar's mission is to enhance the quality of life for our shared patients by easing their suffer

03/12/2026

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month. For the 11.4 million adults living with traumatic brain injury (TBI), receiving long-term care and maintaining quality of life can be an immense challenge.
In our latest blog, we highlight some new developments in traumatic brain injury treatment and build a case for how GuideStar Eldercare can help you to better serve TBI patients in your facility. https://loom.ly/VtUu3Ww

02/27/2026

We are thrilled to announce that GuideStar Eldercare has chosen a new Chief Operating Officer — Stephanie Neely, RN. Neely brings over 32 years of experience in skilled nursing and innovative care to her new role. She has a proven track record in clinical operations, regulatory compliance, and multi-facility leadership, with deep expertise in survey readiness and both state and federal standards.

GuideStar President and CEO, Maureen Maloney says of Neely: “Stephanie is an outstanding addition as Chief Operating Officer. Her prior experience in skilled nursing facilities, combined with her strong clinical background, brings both strategic insight and operational expertise. She is uniquely positioned to strengthen client relationships, enhance our organizational and clinical performance, and ensure the highest level of care for our shared patients.” Steven Posar, MD, Founder, Executive Chair and Chief Medical Officer, also offered Neely his full support.

Welcome, Stephanie!

02/25/2026

Nurses — help us close the gap in eldercare.
More qualified nurses are needed to properly treat dementia-related illnesses. GuideStar is proud to partner with Saint Mary’s College to offer a certificate in Geriatric Neuropsychiatry that can help you further your career — and become part of the solution.
This program combines neuroscience, geriatrics and psychiatric care to help you treat underlying causes and improve quality of life for your patients. Learn more on how you can earn your graduate certificate.
https://loom.ly/NoQFgS0

02/18/2026

Are your residents at risk of adverse events with antipsychotics? Researchers explain the risk factors and how to know who is most vulnerable. Knowledge is power. Inform your decision-making with perspectives from the new blog, Risk-Benefit Analysis: Antipsychotics in Dementia Care. https://loom.ly/imm8saY

02/11/2026

Is your nursing home ready to meet the new CMS Long-Stay Antipsychotic Quality Measure requirements? According to McKnights Long-Term Care News, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services have begun issuing validation audit requests.https://loom.ly/w4VvQnU

New requirements are likely to raise the percentage of your residents who count toward the Long-Stay Antipsychotic Quality Measure score.

GuideStar’s neurology-forward model can help provide targeted, person-centered treatment for your residents, reducing the rate of antipsychotic usage in your facility. Find critical steps you can implement today on our blog. https://loom.ly/8hwyjP0

02/05/2026

Gabapentin is the fifth most commonly prescribed drug in the U.S. Despite its popularity in nursing homes, geriatricians are raising red flags. Explore the research on gabapentin, BPSDs, anticonvulsants, and more in the new blog, Gabapentin Associated with Cognitive Decline & Dementia. https://loom.ly/FqLIKwU

01/13/2026

Aging can bring loss to our lives, whether gradual or sudden. Daniel Heiser, PsyD, Senior Vice President, Behavioral Health at GuideStar talks about loss and how to cope in the blog, Understanding Loss in Later Life https://loom.ly/039Nq30

01/06/2026

Longevity—are we prepared? Researchers from John Hancock and MIT AgeLab recently released a new tool, the Longevity Preparedness Index (LPI), revealing their findings about just how ready we are to live well as we age. Get insights from Daniel Heiser, PsyD, Senior Vice President, Behavioral Health at GuideStar in the new blog, Understanding Loss in Later Life https://loom.ly/039Nq30

12/29/2025

Dedicated QM expert at work for you: Guiding Quality Management at GuideStar Eldercare is Brendan Daley, MD, who also holds the Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) credential. Discover how we help you raise the bar on quality in the blog, Inside Quality Management at GuideStar Eldercare https://loom.ly/BqsErkY

12/22/2025

Quality Management essentials: GuideStar closely monitors CMS data points in order to benchmark and analyze quality management in key areas such as rate of antipsychotic usage, Emergency Department visits, hospitalizations, and other CMS-defined metrics. Everyone benefits. Learn more in the new blog, Inside Quality Management at GuideStar Eldercare https://loom.ly/BqsErkY

12/17/2025

Nancy Istenes, chief medical officer for Saber Healthcare Group, explains how the team has reduced antipsychotic use down to 8.6%, a decrease of more than 45% over six years. Structured diagnostic reviews and documentation are crucial. Explains Saber Vice President Janeen Earwood, “We believe that there will be a cross-reference between medical provider, and particularly psychiatric provider, documentation and our MDS documentation to ensure that they match with regard to diagnosis,” reports McKnight’s Long-Term Care News. https://loom.ly/EfMbeBM

Partner with a psych provider who excels in diagnostics and documentation. GuideStar Eldercare helps support your facility’s compliance with thorough documentation, diagnostic reviews, and state-of-the-art clinical care.

12/15/2025

We’re excited to see classes in full swing in the Geriatric Neuropsychiatry Certificate program at Saint Mary’s College this Fall. We’re proud to sponsor this one-of-a-kind program to prepare a new cohort of nursing practitioners. The Saint Mary’s students will become experts in diagnosing and treating geriatric neuropsychiatric illnesses, including dementia. Learn more about the program on the Saint Mary’s College website.https://loom.ly/XBgXf6E

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2100 N Main Street, Suite 304
Crown Point, IN
46307

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+18888375440

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https://www.guidestareldercare.com/

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