Good news for older adults and those who care about them: The prevalence of disabilities among Americans aged 65 or more years is “much lower” than it was for the same age group a decade earlier.
Diversity, equity and inclusion is a work in progress
By
Marsha Wesley Coleman
Feb 21, 2023
Organizations can look to their values to move toward better inclusion. We have a long way to go, and the time to start is now.
Finance automation helps senior living communities thrive
By
John Zaudtke
Feb 16, 2023
Modernizing accounts payable departments at senior living communities will make them more efficient and secure.
Designing spaces for activated adults that encourage socialization
By
Jami Mohlenkamp
Feb 13, 2023
After a lifetime of meeting obligations from career to child-rearing, adults looking ahead to the next phase of life ideally find themselves with more time than ever to spend with the people who matter...
Celebrating entertainment for the ‘older viewer’
By
Lois A. Bowers
Feb 13, 2023
AARP the Magazine’s Movies for Grownups Awards puts the the on films and TV programs that appeal to views aged 50 or more years.
A 12-point call to action manifesto for senior living marketers
By
Wendy O’Donovan Phillips
Feb 09, 2023
If we expect people to take action, then we must clearly call them to action.
A real reason to be upset
By
John O'Connor
Feb 09, 2023
Instead of screaming at each other and pointing fingers, perhaps lawmakers should do something that actually will help the senior voting block they covet: start making long-term care better.
Meaning, happiness and stress at work
By
Lois A. Bowers
Feb 06, 2023
Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics Time Use Survey shed light on how those who work in health and social assistance positions rate their work for meaning, happiness and stress.
‘Killer nurse’ movies remind senior living entities, professionals about reporting requirements
By
Timothy J. Ford, Esq.
Feb 06, 2023
New films remind senior living entities and professionals about legal reporting obligations that arose in response to a terrifying case.
Southwest Airlines’ systems had a meltdown. Senior living should take note
By
Erez Cohen
Feb 02, 2023
When operators have access to best-in-class systems, they are positioned to run better businesses, retain valuable staff, and most importantly, deliver better care to residents.