Witnesses call for more stringent guardianship standards
By
John O'Connor
Nov 29, 2018
Although guardians often provide a valuable and essential service for Americans in need of support, abusive practices toward the elderly are all too common, according to witnesses who spoke at a Senate...
For those with dementia, music may improve mood
By
John O'Connor
Nov 26, 2018
It has been said that music can soothe the savage beast. Apparently, it can do some good things for those with dementia as well.
For many of your residents, a little more spending money
By
John O'Connor
Oct 15, 2018
Many senior living residents may have a bit more money to spend next year. For that, they can thank a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment to their Social Security benefits, starting in January.
Builders remain confident in the 55-plus single family housing market
By
John O'Connor
Aug 17, 2018
Builder confidence in the 55-plus single-family housing market rose by one point in the second quarter, according to the National Association of Home Builders.
Study confirms what many suspect: Assisted living’s growth taking a toll on skilled care private...
By
John O'Connor
Aug 02, 2018
Many operators are convinced senior living is growing at skilled care’s expense. A new study adds nuance to the numbers.
Caught in a Medicare claims appeals case? You may not have to immediately turn over disputed funds.
By
John O'Connor
Apr 06, 2018
Senior living firms engaged in a Medicare claims appeal currently are required to return any disputed payments right away. A recent court ruling, however, gives operators a chance to retain disputed amounts...
Beyond growing pains
By
John O'Connor
Feb 01, 2017
Brookdale had big plans: To become the first senior living operator with a national brand. But a troubled purchase and other headaches keep getting in the way.
New law’s provision may encourage many operators to change insurance coverage
By
John O'Connor
Dec 16, 2016
President Obama signed the 21st Century Cures Act into law earlier this week. Tucked away in the omnibus package is a provision that should help many senior living operators.
Prosecutor claims guardian trespassed and battered staff member
By
John O'Connor
Dec 14, 2016
The state attorney’s office in St. Petersburg, FL, has filed documents that accuse Fernando Gutierrez of misdemeanor trespassing and battery. Gutierrez is a self-described professional guardian.
Harvard study: Elderly demographics will crush existing housing and service options
By
John O'Connor
Dec 14, 2016
The nation’s surging elderly population will create unprecedented demand for affordable housing and service options within two decades, a Harvard University study asserts.