The “silver wave” of baby boomers hasn’t even hit yet — the oldest boomers won’t even turn 80 for another seven years — and yet one company is looking past that wave to the next one.
Legislation, commission suggested to address ‘retirement crisis’
By
Lois A. Bowers
Feb 07, 2019
Leaders and witnesses at a Senate Special Committee on Aging hearing Wednesday had suggestions for addressing what the committee called “a retirement crisis” — the fact that most Americans may not...
Older adults’ top priorities for the government may surprise you
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 28, 2019
We’ve heard older voters called “healthcare voters,” but the results of a new survey don’t corroborate that view.
Three studies you can feel good about
By
Lois A. Bowers
Sep 24, 2018
A new study in seven senior living communities is trying to determine whether well-being can be cultivated in older adults through group sessions and activities. Other recent research has shown the power...
Presbyterian Senior Living, Westminster Communities of Florida explore possible merger
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 30, 2019
Dillsburg, PA-based Presbyterian Senior Living and Orlando, FL-based Westminster Communities of Florida announced Monday that they have entered into a memorandum of understanding to explore a possible...
Happy birthday to us!
By
Lois A. Bowers
Aug 22, 2016
In its first year, McKnight’s Senior Living has garnered industry accolades and positive feedback from readers like you. Here are some ways you can help us continue the celebration as we enter our...
Why healthcare may not matter in this election
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jul 18, 2016
Just in time for the Republican and Democratic national political conventions, a new poll and a new website provide insights into voter and candidate thoughts about healthcare.
Resources aim to prevent financial exploitation of older adults
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jun 15, 2016
Government agencies and other organizations highlighted resources to help prevent the financial exploitation of older adults on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.
Baseball players move into senior living communities
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 13, 2016
Four players on a farm team for the Chicago Cubs are residing for free in senior living communities during this year’s baseball season.
Are ‘hugs and kisses’ a new email hazard?
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 04, 2016
Women increasingly are using a particular email salutation, according to business coaches, but the trend just sounds strange to my friends and me.