How to keep your home’s residents from falling victim to ransomware
A group of researchers has uncovered a new strain of ransomware that’s being used to target people in nursing homes.The researchers say they’re still not sure why ransomware is being used, but they say they believe the attacks are part of a trend that could lead to more widespread financial havoc.Ransomware is a type of […]
How a $1.3 million donation will help keep the Gateway nursing home open
NANCY JOHNSON/REUTERS The Gateway nursing homes Indianapolis and Oakwood have both announced plans to close after three decades.The Oakwood community has said it will be the last in the city.The nursing homes, located in the same neighborhood, have served more than 50,000 residents and are located on both sides of the street.Oakwood’s announcement was made […]
What you need to know about the deadly Amberwood nursing homes fire
Amberwood, California, has seen a string of nursing homes burn to the ground.Here are some things you need know about these fires.First, Amberwood has the highest number of nursing home fires in the US, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).Amberwood’s nursing homes have a population of approximately 12,000 people.According to the US Census, […]