Nursing home owners need HIQA guidance, says study

Nursing home owners need more guidance from the health watchdog HIQA, according to new research published today.

Tue, 18 Sep, 2012 - 08:51

Nursing home owners need more guidance from the health watchdog HIQA, according to new research published today.

A report by the National Economic and Social Council has found that while standards in residential care for older people have improved, providers need more direction from HIQA.

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