Atrial fibrillation may increase risk for dementia
Mar 10, 2023
The risk was more prominent in younger patients and those without chronic kidney disease.
Assisted living’s value lies in affordable, quality care: paper
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Mar 10, 2023
With a rapidly aging population that will need access to affordable care and services, the assisted living model is the one that makes sense from a quality of life and fiscal perspective, according to...
Biden’s $6.8 trillion budget aims to bolster programs for older adults
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Mar 10, 2023
President Biden’s proposed $6.8 trillion budget for 2024, if passed as written, would extend the solvency of the Medicare Trust Fund by at least 25 years “without cutting any benefits or raising costs...
Minimal change in mental health linked to COVID-19
Mar 09, 2023
In general population studies, no change was observed in general mental health or anxiety symptoms; minimal worsening was seen in depression symptoms.
Second class of Spirit Awards features 6 inspirational women
By
Lois A. Bowers
Mar 09, 2023
Six women have been chosen as the second class of Spirit Award winners as part of the McKnight’s Women of Distinction program.
Family caregivers’ unpaid work valued at $600 billion: report
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Mar 09, 2023
An estimated 38 million family members provided approximately $600 billion in unpaid caregiving in 2021. That’s according to a recent report from the AARP.
Air pollution exposure tied to bone loss in postmenopausal women
Mar 08, 2023
The findings were particularly strong between nitrogen oxides exposure and lumbar spine density.
Vitamin D supplementation may cut dementia incidence
Mar 08, 2023
Any vitamin D supplement exposure was associated with a 40% lower dementia incidence.
McKnight’s Pinnacle Awards showcase inspirational leaders at inaugural live event
By
Kimberly Marselas
Mar 08, 2023
More than 200 aging services professionals, business partners and supporters celebrated a who’s-who of industry veterans Tuesday during the inaugural McKnight’s Pinnacle Awards ceremony.
Senior living organizations’ missions can attract residents and capital sources, enhance margins: experts
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Mar 07, 2023
Having a mission can better position senior living operators to attract new residents and capital sources, and enhance margins, according to industry experts.