Hands-on training vital to emergency preparedness in senior living communities
By
Stan Szpytek
Nov 28, 2022
For senior living community owners and operators to have realistic expectations that their team will perform well when the “big one” occurs, they must prepare their staff members through a variety...
We all share responsibility to support older adults adequately
By
Marta Hill Gray
Apr 25, 2024
We all share the responsibility to support older adults adequately. If we do, our entire country will benefit.
Designing for senior living while maintaining quality care, a sense of home
By
Manju Pai
Mar 20, 2023
Senior living design constantly is evolving and improving to ensure the well-being of all residents within any type of community. Whether it is an affordable senior housing, a mid-tier or a high-end, luxury...
New hobbies can help residents preserve, enhance cognitive function
By
Dori Ray
Nov 20, 2023
Supporting senior living residents with interesting programming supports their experience and growth, which ultimately preserves and enhances their cognitive functions.
Designing for a new generation of senior living
By
Natalie M. Ruiz, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB, CDT
Oct 10, 2022
It is time to design spaces that reflect the values of the baby boomer generation and assimilate them into vibrant communities.
Mental healthcare for our workers is essential
By
Tom Grape
Oct 16, 2023
The emotional and economic value of providing mental healthcare access to workers and their families is tangible and measurable. It’s also the right thing to do.
Why pricing transparency in crucial in senior living
By
Lynne Moore
Apr 15, 2024
The next generation of senior consumers will be more discerning about how and where to spend their money — and in their definition of value.
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.
We need to do better for people living with dementia
By
Rob Liebreich
Feb 26, 2024
With 97% of income for those with dementia going to care costs, we need to do better. Senior living and care should be the No. 1 force for change.
Holidays are a great time for senior living providers to tackle isolation, build community
By
Amanda Tweten
Dec 21, 2023
Senior living providers have an opportunity to cultivate communities where residents are not just surrounded by their peers but are building meaningful relationships with one another, too.