Aegis Living gambles on uncommon perk to foster employee loyalty
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Lois A. Bowers
Apr 03, 2017
Eight employees of Aegis Living are going to be especially happy Wednesday afternoon. That’s the day their Redmond, WA-based employer is announcing the winners of its Dream Big Lottery. Last year’s...
The hottest markets for senior living
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Lois A. Bowers
Mar 26, 2017
National Investment Center for Seniors Housing & Care Senior Principal Lana Peck revealed the areas of the country with the most new construction for independent living, assisted living and memory care...
New name, existing programs for Five Star, executives say
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Lois A. Bowers
Mar 05, 2017
A new name and established programs will carry Five Star Senior Living through 2017, executives told shareholders, analysts and others participating in an earnings call on Friday.
How to identify and retain engaged employees
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Lois A. Bowers
Nov 01, 2016
Attracting and keeping employees who will be passionate about their work is crucial at a time when workforce challenges are a top issue facing senior living operators, speakers told those attending an...
2 college students calling assisted living home
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Lois A. Bowers
Aug 24, 2016
Victoria Kozar and Joe Huberman are the two newest assisted living residents at Masonicare at Ashlar Village in Wallingford, CT, having moved in on Tuesday. They’re also the youngest residents,...
‘Pokemon Go’ helps senior living residents connect to younger relatives
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Lois A. Bowers
Jul 27, 2016
A Texas retirement and assisted living community is tapping into a cultural phenomenon as a way to help residents connect with their younger family members and maybe get a little exercise in the process.
Atul Gawande: Senior living vital to person-centered care
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Lois A. Bowers
Jun 23, 2016
Senior living must be part of the effort to ensure that Americans with serious illnesses receive person-centered care that honors their goals, values and preferences, Atul Gawande, M.D., M.P.H., testified...
Best and worst states for senior care and services
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Lois A. Bowers
May 09, 2016
A new list ranks the best and worst states for senior care and services, but there’s something even more important than an operator’s address, say the report’s authors.
Baseball players move into senior living communities
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Lois A. Bowers
Apr 13, 2016
Four players on a farm team for the Chicago Cubs are residing for free in senior living communities during this year’s baseball season.
Survey: 17% of older adults are victims of financial abuse
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Lois A. Bowers
Mar 22, 2016
Seventeen percent of Americans aged at least 65 years have been taken advantage of financially, according to a new survey. But you can take steps to help.