I’m pulling for a day when instruments such as the Gender Equality Index won’t be needed, because equality will be something that serves as an assumed basis from which other actions stem. Until that...
Passive optical network provides bandwidth support
By
Eric Presworsky
Aug 03, 2015
Woodlands Retirement Community in Huntington, West Virginia, has always been at the forefront of senior care.
Algorithms can help address a crucial senior living issue
By
Mike Rosenbaum
Jun 30, 2016
Modern data science can help providers find the right people for each role in each department at each location.
But wait, it gets worse
By
John O'Connor
Jul 16, 2020
We’re wading into uncharted waters that are unlikely to provide much relief. I’m referring to the 2020 election season.
How a dining chair can reduce costs and increase revenue for senior living communities
By
Scott Cyre
Nov 18, 2021
If cost reduction is to be realized in the dining room, administrators and executives alike will need to address the problems related to the premature replacement of chairs and flooring.
Labor challenges persist for providers in 2021
By
Sunny J. Thompson
Feb 01, 2021
Although 2021 has brought a hopeful remedy with the highly anticipated COVID-19 vaccine, numerous obstacles for the senior living industry and its staff remain because of the ongoing pandemic, political...
Virtual reality holds benefits for senior living residents
By
Kerry Sherin
Aug 09, 2018
Staff and residents at an independent and assisted living community in Michigan are experiencing the benefits of bringing virtual reality to residents.
Let’s celebrate the accomplishments of women in senior living
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 07, 2019
Women are no strangers to senior living, working at every level. Now McKnight’s has introduced a new awards program to recognize their contributions!
Empowering your team with leadership skills
By
LeeAnn Mallory
Jul 06, 2015
Given the growth and increasing complexity of healthcare, development at all levels is important, particularly for those who are leading teams in this environment.
What’s next for senior living: lessons in 6 areas
By
Sharon Roth Maguire, MS, RN, GNP-BC
May 03, 2021
Senior living beyond the pandemic may not look too different externally, but internally, there will be an effect from lessons learned in six areas.