How often should residents bathe?, Invacare’s Birdie Evo XPLUS lift takes hold, Resident handling equipment market has predicted value of more than $14 billion
Today’s mobile residents can complicate bathing safety
By
Kimberly Marselas
Jun 01, 2023
It takes careful strategy, attention to detail and smart equipment
use to deliver a satisfying bath while preventing accidents.
Exclusive interview: CLC CEO discusses how the senior living industry needs to change
By
Lois A. Bowers
Feb 16, 2021
Jill Vitale-Aussem became president and CEO of Christian Living Communities in November after almost three years at The Eden Alternative, where she held the same titles. But she previously had spent approximately...
Can the specific ‘opportunity cost’ of vacant memory care living units be defined?
By
Jim Moore
Oct 18, 2019
You’ve got questions. We’ve got answers. Let’s look at a typical memory care or assisted living unit and address three key operational issues.
Meet at the ‘bus stop’
By
John Andrews
Dec 01, 2021
Mary Immaculate Health/Care Services’ memory care unit features
novel design elements to create a special environment for residents.
New options emerge
By
John Hall
Dec 04, 2018
Resident security in senior living today bears no resemblance to what it was just a decade ago. Locks and alarms — the stuff that long have defined resident security — always will be relevant. But...
Focus on: Virtual reality emerging as a powerful option for residents
By
John Hall
Apr 01, 2020
This multifaceted new tool is proving to be a game-changer, given its potential for aiding memory care and other services.
CEAL@UNC brings ‘established infrastructure’ to take assisted living into the future
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Feb 05, 2024
Sheryl Zimmerman, MSW, PhD, executive director of the newly established CEAL@UNC, recently spent a few minutes with McKnight’s Senior Living to discuss how the organization is working to develop evidence,...
Focus On: Experts reject bathing in bleach to treat COVID-19
By
John O'Connor
Jun 09, 2020
The product may help disinfect a bathtub but can be harmful.
A perfect fit
By
Julie E. Williamson
Oct 31, 2018
Personalized rehab helps residents go the distance.