The list of things that were changed by COVID-19 is still growing and likely longer than many of us realize. But somewhere on that list is the prioritization of personal/professional life balance. For...
It’s time to take caregiver needs seriously
By
Nora Super
Oct 03, 2022
Until we make caregiving issues as important to lawmakers as infrastructure and energy, we can act on three critical intermediary steps.
Health and WELL-being for senior living operators
By
Rachel Hodgdon
Aug 15, 2022
The research tells us that when we put people at the center of our decision-making, not only do they thrive, but so does the business.
The business case for employee well-being interventions
By
Michele Holleran, Ph.D., MBA
Jul 11, 2022
Four stressors are compromising the well-being of the aging services workforce like never before. Here are some best practices to address each of the identified sources of burnout.
Designing a wellness culture that works for all
By
Randy Richardson
Mar 21, 2022
For residents to thrive, we must nurture mental well-being, social engagement, intellectual stimulation and spirituality.
5 strategies for hiring and retaining talent during a pandemic
By
Bette McNee, RN, NHA
Jan 24, 2022
Senior living and care leaders continue to navigate the effects of COVID-19 on their organizations, staff members and the individuals they care for. In the midst of this global health crisis, long-term...
Long-haul impacts on senior living — what to expect in 2022
By
Dwayne Clark
Jan 10, 2022
Three areas are emerging as critical to consumer confidence in 2022.
Senior living healthcare workers: Not gone, but definitely forgotten
By
Gail Matillo, MPA
Jan 04, 2022
Some healthcare workers have been celebrated over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic. But others, such as those working in senior living, have been overlooked or blamed for not doing enough.
Senior housing: Positive outlook with challenging unknowns
By
Matt Caine
Dec 13, 2021
The coronavirus pandemic has presented a myriad of challenges for the senior housing sector. Even with the vaccine rollout earlier this year, many of these issues remain as the virulent delta variant and...
Powerful tools to protect employees’ mental well-being
By
Andrea Griesmar
Nov 22, 2021
When Brightview Senior Living began to see telltale signs of fatigue, stress and burnout, the company created a mental health initiative called “Roadmap to Mental Well-Being.”