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5 Tips to Vet the Best Senior Living Solutions in 2021

Direct Supply follows a process to vet new, innovative Senior Living solutions. Learn more and implement a similar approach to innovation in your community.

Collecting Vital Signs for Early COVID-19 Detection in 2021

Vital signs collection is crucial in detecting the early symptoms of COVID-19, and helping to stop...

The Hierarchy of Controls: A 5-Step Approach to COVID-19 in Senior Living

Follow best practices and shop essential products for every level of COVID-19 response.

Ask the Expert: Respirator Fit Test FAQs, Guidelines and More

Find answers to common questions about a respirator fit test with a PPE expert, including the difference between qualitative vs quantitative.

URGENT COVID-19 UPDATE: FDA Restricts N95 Respirator Decontamination and Reuse to Four Times

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued new emergency use authorizations (EUAs) for N95 respirator reuse.

How to Select the Best Wheelchair Cushions in 2021

Shape and material are the most important considerations when choosing a wheelchair cushion. Learn how to make the right selection for safety and comfort.

Ask the Expert: What’s New in the DS smart Platform?

DS smart technology is evolving into the fastest, most secure way to collect vitals in senior care. Direct Supply’s Director of Development and Engineering takes us through some of the latest updates.

What are the Advantages of Temporal Thermometers?

Using temporal thermometers is becoming more commonplace in the United States because of its...

Depression in Older Adults: Signs, Symptoms and Treatment

Depression in older adults, especially in today’s COVID environment, is an increasing challenge in Senior Living. Here are some practical tips on what signs of depression to look for and how to help – all from someone who’s been in the field.

4 Ways Direct Supply is Helping Senior Living Communities Fight COVID-19

Discover how Direct Supply has worked to support Senior Living communities in their fight against COVID-19. Put our team to work for you!

Leverage the Civil Money Penalty Reinvestment Program to Improve Quality of Life in Your Community

The CMPRP from CMS awards grant money to providers and stakeholders to enhance the quality of life for nursing home residents.

Webinar: How Activity-Dependent Neural Plasticity Principles Drive Therapeutic Change

This course will discuss the well-researched activity-dependent principles driving neural plasticity that guide therapists in the treatment of their patients with CNS impairments.