There is a very simple, effective way to prevent residents with dementia from wandering into harm’s way. Unfortunately, it is also illegal in many places.
The looming payment challenge few are talking about
By
John O'Connor
Jun 30, 2016
If you are a senior living operator and your rents went up a bit last year, that’s a good thing, right? As it turns out, the answer may not be so obvious.
Fire safety advice from the pros
By
Lois A. Bowers
Nov 27, 2017
Two recent news stories may have you re-examining your emergency preparedness plans, especially as they pertain to fires. Two experts share tips.
A good time for going to the dogs?
By
John O'Connor
Sep 10, 2015
Dogs are awesome. But don’t take my word for it. Take Harvard’s.
If this were an Olympic event, senior living would not medal
By
John O'Connor
Jan 25, 2018
It’s no secret that finding and keeping qualified employees can be a real challenge in the senior living field. But things may be even worse than many operators realize.
The mental health toll of COVID-19 — and what you can do about it
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jul 13, 2020
It should come as no surprise to anyone reading this column that the pandemic has had mental health effects on workers. Recent research on the topic may surprise you, however.
For some of your senior living residents, fraud may be in the cards
By
John O'Connor
Apr 05, 2018
The new Medicare cards represent a huge opportunity for those with larceny in their hearts.
Senior living operators may soon have a new BFF
By
John O'Connor
Jul 25, 2019
Some find it controversial that President Trump has nominated Eugene Scalia to head the Labor Department. But if you are running a senior living organization, the announcement is anything but.
Is this rock bottom for senior living?
By
John O'Connor
Apr 15, 2021
Some operators have fled the market. Others soon may follow. More than a few are wondering whether their business model is built for the long haul. All in all, this is not what might be called a fun time...
The past, present and future of senior living
By
Lois A. Bowers
Oct 26, 2015
The value of the LeadingAge Ziegler 150 report, eagerly anticipated by senior living providers every year, goes far beyond its lists of the largest community owners, operators and managers.