An app that was under development when we first told you about it in June is now available to help make living environments more friendly for those with dementia.
Senior living on the big and little screen
By
Lois A. Bowers
Sep 18, 2017
Retirement communities are becoming a popular setting for films and television shows, according to recently announced plans of studios and networks.
Irma, Harvey show how senior living exemplifies ‘family’
By
Lois A. Bowers
Sep 11, 2017
The appropriateness of this year’s National Assisted Living Week theme, “Family is Forever,” is evident as the senior living industry recovers from Hurricane Harvey and faces Hurricane...
The hero next to us, the hero inside us
By
Lois A. Bowers
Sep 05, 2017
The recent actions of a senior living worker remind us of the good people who work in the field and inspire us to bring our best selves to each day.
A toast to creative marketing
By
Lois A. Bowers
Aug 28, 2017
Much of the buzz last week was about the solar eclipse, and rightfully so. But another big event was taking place in cities and towns across the country.
Extraordinary events call for extraordinary events
By
Lois A. Bowers
Aug 21, 2017
Senior living communities across the country are marking today’s solar eclipse with events for residents.
A free online resource for your community’s wellness programming needs
By
Lois A. Bowers
Aug 14, 2017
The National Institute on Aging offers an evidence-based program designed specifically to promote regular exercise and physical activity among adults aged 50 or more years. And senior living communities...
Efforts to end ageism grow
By
Lois A. Bowers
Aug 07, 2017
It wasn’t even a year ago that LeadingAge President and CEO Katie Smith Sloan announced that LeadingAge had a new mission: to “permanently change the image of aging in our society.” New...
REIT investments suggest a healthy future for senior living
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jul 31, 2017
Back-to-back earnings calls Friday morning suggested a healthy future for senior living operators, as two large public healthcare real estate investment trusts relayed the growing place that senior living...
ADA compliance: Will you be the next one sued?
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jul 24, 2017
The country’s largest senior living provider recently was threatened with a class action lawsuit accusing the company of violating the Americans with Disabilities Act at its communities. Here’s...