Older adults need care that reflects, anticipates needs to prevent rehospitalization
By
Amanda Tufano
Sep 30, 2021
Making things easier for the older adults in our lives will give us all less reason to worry about healthcare as we grow older.
Thought leaders explore the difference between a place to live and a lifestyle in senior living
By
Keith Gray
Apr 19, 2018
Recently, a sizable group of senior living thought leaders convened at an inaugural event to explore the current trends driving the business of senior living.
Understanding executive compensation for not-for-profit senior living providers
By
Cathy R. Benfer MS, PHR, NHA
Apr 07, 2022
As nonprofit boards begin looking to replace key executive positions due to succession plans or resignations, they need to consider a few “rules” to begin this process.
Your best shot at keeping liability premiums down
By
Marty Butler
Sep 14, 2017
The average total liability paid claim in assisted living is $221,496. One type of program in particular can help organizations minimize risk and drive down insurance costs.
How to prepare your staff to practice food safety
By
Ruth L. Petran Ph.D.
Oct 27, 2016
By keeping food safe in your community, you can avoid illness and damage to your community’s reputation as well as increase resident satisfaction and business growth. First, however, you must educate...
Location technology: Helping a senior living community improve resident care and staff efficiency
By
Adam Peck
Nov 30, 2017
Several years ago, Samaritan Village began evaluating new technology to further improve its care for residents while providing additional peace of mind.
Bringing comfort and care to residents through heated towel racks
By
Fred Salati
May 02, 2024
Senior living communities increasingly are incorporating the comforts of home to meet the needs and wants of residents and prospective residents.
Rebound emerging in senior living
By
John Lariccia
Dec 22, 2022
With the right technology, deployed in the right way, senior living operators can benefit from the rebound emerging.
The future of senior living activities is virtual reality
By
Matthew Widmer
Michael Berman
Jul 12, 2018
Research suggests that virtual reality could help senior living communities improve residents’ mental and physical health.
Why I made it my mission to improve the admissions paperwork process
By
Steve Lewis
Mar 16, 2017
When I moved my mother into a memory care community four years ago, the emotional toll was almost unbearable. As it turns out, I now am in a position to address one of the issues I encountered.