Social isolation contributes to increased likelihood of dementia: study
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jan 11, 2023
Social isolation is common among older adults in the United States — experienced by one in four of them — and increases the likelihood of developing dementia, according to the results of a new study.
Agency staffing cost assisted living providers $4 million in one state in 2022: report
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jan 04, 2023
Although assisted living communities in Tennessee tapped healthcare staffing agencies less frequently than nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, providers in the sector collectively were on a trajectory...
More news for Wednesday, Jan. 4
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jan 04, 2023
$10K reward offered for info about murders of assisted living couple … SC health department takes emergency action against 4 assisted living communities … Grant provides memory care training for senior...
Senior living celebrates ‘big wins’ in proposed $1.7 trillion omnibus package
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Dec 21, 2022
Senior living advocates are claiming “major victories” for the industry following the release of the proposed $1.7 trillion congressional year-end spending bill on Monday.
‘Massive’ relief bill sends funding to state’s senior living and care providers
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Dec 16, 2022
Several “long-awaited” aging and health policy proposals passed the Ohio Legislature Thursday as part of a “massive” $6 billion relief bill that includes $40 million for assisted living providers...
Ruling clears way for class-action suit over CCRC refunds
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Dec 14, 2022
A class-action lawsuit filed in 2013 against a senior living operator alleging consumer fraud over refunds to continuing care retirement community residents can move forward after a New Jersey judge denied...
Caregiver pleads guilty, receives probation in death of assisted living resident
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Dec 13, 2022
One of three caregivers facing felony charges in the death of an 86-year-old assisted living and memory care community resident left outside in the heat has pleaded guilty and was sentenced to probation.
Improving indoor air quality is new focus of national COVID-19 mitigation strategy
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Dec 07, 2022
Improving indoor air quality is one of the best ways to reduce the large toll that respiratory viruses are taking on older adults and other vulnerable populations. But current regulations are “simply...
More news for Tuesday, Dec. 6
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Dec 06, 2022
LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation invests $400,000 in 24 workforce grants … Merger targets strengthening assisted living … FCC opens applications for $5M internet pilot program for affordable senior...
Commission says investing in direct care workforce is top priority
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Nov 30, 2022
Higher wages and increased state funding are necessary to prioritize New Hampshire’s direct care workforce, according to industry advocates and experts.