John Hale

Oct 15, 2024 | maqnews.com | John Hale |Terri Hale

State Auditor Rob Sand recently did what no statewide elected official in Iowa has done in a long time – he brought attention to problems in nursing homes. A report from his office discussed the lack of timely nursing home inspections by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensing (DIAL) and the staff shortages that impact the quality of nursing home care. DIAL and the nursing home industry immediately dismissed the report’s data and conclusions.

Oct 9, 2024 | northscottpress.com | John Hale

Guest columnPosted 10/9/24State Auditor Rob Sand recently did what no statewide elected official in Iowa has done in a long time – he brought attention to problems in nursing homes. This item is available in full to subscribers.

Oct 8, 2024 | bettendorf.com | John Hale |Terri Hale

by John Hale and Terri Hale, Iowa Capital Dispatch October 7, 2024State Auditor Rob Sand recently did what no statewide elected official in Iowa has done in a long time – he brought attention to problems in nursing homes. A report from his office discussed the lack of timely nursing home inspections by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensing (DIAL) and the staff shortages that impact the quality of nursing home care.

Oct 7, 2024 | iowacapitaldispatch.com | John Hale |Terri Hale

State Auditor Rob Sand recently did what no statewide elected official in Iowa has done in a long time – he brought attention to problems in nursing homes. A report from his office discussed the lack of timely nursing home inspections by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensing (DIAL) and the staff shortages that impact the quality of nursing home care. DIAL and the nursing home industry immediately dismissed the report’s data and conclusions.

Jun 3, 2024 | iowacapitaldispatch.com | John Hale |Terri Hale

The Biden administration recently finalized a rule that would require nursing homes in America to have a minimum level of staff on duty at all times. As advocates for consumers in nursing homes and other settings for over 18 years, we see the rule as necessary, achievable, and long overdue. It will allow nursing home residents to be better served and lead better lives.