Policy ResearchReports & Multimedia Organizational Factors Associated with Retention of Direct Care Workers: A Comparison of Nursing Homes and Assisted Living Facilities Journal Article Expanding Access & Cultural Competence September 14, 2020 This study compares the predictors of direct care worker retention rates across nursing homes and assisted living settings. https://academic.oup.com/gerontologist/advance-article-abstract/doi/10.1093/geront/gnaa130/5905562 Key Takeaways Low retention of direct care workers, both in nursing homes and in assisted living, continues to be a problem. This study compares the predictors of DCW retention rates across nursing homes and residential care settings. Retention strategies may need to differ by setting, due to working environments, resources, and regulations. Share This Share on Twitter Share on Facebook Share by email
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