‘This is a first’ — ‘Vision’ group aims to create leadership pathways for senior living and...
By
James M. Berklan
Jun 22, 2022
Senior living and other aging services leaders took another big step forward Tuesday with the announcement of the Vision Centre: Leadership Development for Aging Services initiative.
‘Hawkish’ Federal Reserve rate hike ‘surprising,’ Marcus & Millichap exec says
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jun 22, 2022
The Federal Reserve took a “hawkish” stance last week with its 1.5% rate hike, and the 75-basis-point increase was “surprising,” John Chang, vice president and director of research services at...
Distinctive Living expands to 22 properties, with 11 under development
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jun 22, 2022
Freehold Township, NJ-based Distinctive Living has added five new senior living communities to its portfolio, the company announced Friday. The properties are in Alabama, Connecticut and Pennsylvania.
Criminal penalties now tied to elder abuse convictions in Iowa
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jun 21, 2022
Elder abuse charges now carry criminal penalties after Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds (R) signed a measure into law last week.
Retired Americans returning to workforce amid rising wages, inflation
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jun 21, 2022
Retirees are returning to the workforce to reap higher wages and keep up with record inflation, according to an analysis released by Magnify Money earlier this month.
New Alzheimer’s disease drug delivers disappointing results
Jun 17, 2022
The trial was the first to test a drug meant to delay or halt mental decline in people who have a genetic predisposition.
Land & Buildings to vote against Healthcare Realty Trust’s proposed acquisition of Healthcare Trust...
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jun 17, 2022
Land & Buildings said Thursday that it will vote against Healthcare Realty Trust’s proposed acquisition of Healthcare Trust of America at a July 15 special meeting, and it urged other shareholders to...
Little difference seen in weight changes before, after COVID-19 shutdown
Jun 16, 2022
Significant increases were seen in weight during preshutdown and postshutdown years, but no significant difference was noted between the two.
Everyday ageism prevalent among older U.S. adults
Jun 16, 2022
Higher levels of everyday ageism were associated with an increased risk for negative physical and mental health outcomes.
COVID-19 vaccines cut mortality with heart failure
Jun 16, 2022
Those who are partially vaccinated and unvaccinated face the same increased risk, whereas boosted and fully vaccinated adults fare best.