Assisted living should be included in solution to COVID-19 crisis in long-term care, AMDA exec says
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jul 21, 2020
For all of its tragic outcomes, COVID-19 “presents an opportunity to do things differently and looking more systematically at large-scale solutions to care for older adults,” Christopher Laxton, executive...
Long-term view of seniors housing remains positive: report
By
Amy Novotney
Jun 08, 2020
As COVID-19 continues to take a toll on seniors housing demand and profitability, a new global report from PGIM Real Estate ultimately makes the case for optimism in the sector.
Senior living communities must foster connection and engagement
By
Michele Holleran, Ph.D., MBA
Dec 03, 2018
Senior living communities are succeeding with the connection dimension but still have work to do on the engagement side of the spectrum.
Bipartisan bill would make employer tax credit for paid leave permanent
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jan 31, 2024
The employer tax credit for paid family and medical leave would be made permanent under legislation introduced this week by US Sens. Deb Fischer (R-NE) and Angus King (I-ME).
Fewer meetings, AI use could boost workplace productivity: report
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jan 04, 2024
Using artificial intelligence and cutting back on meetings are two ways to help improve workplace productivity, according to the company behind recent research.
Medicaid and senior living: A troubled marriage
By
John O'Connor
Mar 03, 2016
The latest tectonic shift has three likely results for senior living operators.
VA supports assisted living pilot program for veterans — with conditions
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jun 22, 2023
The US Department of Veterans Affairs supports legislation that would create a pilot program enabling some veterans to have their care needs met in an assisted living community rather than in a VA home,...
3 steps for turning a great resident idea into a successful social recreation program
By
Jennifer Kelley
Feb 22, 2022
At St. John’s, we view our residents as our greatest resource. Jane, a retired educator and St. John’s Meadows independent living resident for more than 12 years, certainly is no exception. I remember...
Viewing your brand through the lens of customer experience
By
Courtney Malengo, APR
Oct 31, 2016
Powerful brands put customers and their experiences at the forefront, using that information to drive return on investment, products, services and amenities.
Provider actions can help assisted living counter ‘great scrutiny’
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Feb 29, 2024
The assisted living model is “under threat” following increased federal scrutiny and negative attention from lay media outlets, but providers can take steps to educate lawmakers and the public about...