It was the concept of consumer choice that led to the formation of the senior living industry, and it will be choice that drives the industry’s success in the future. That was part of the message that...
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.
Biden vetoes resolution to repeal NLRB ‘joint employer’ rule
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Lois A. Bowers
May 07, 2024
President Joe Biden, as expected, on Friday announced his veto of a resolution to repeal the National Labor Relations Board’s “joint employer” rule.
Taking time to celebrate assisted living
By
Lois A. Bowers
Sep 10, 2018
National Assisted Living Week began Sunday and continues through Saturday.
‘Opportunities’ for job-seekers equal challenges for employers
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Lois A. Bowers
Apr 17, 2023
Add a Department of Labor blog earlier this month to the efforts undertaken to attract more people to jobs in healthcare, including positions often found in senior living and other parts of long-term care....
Sometimes being a good neighbor is simple
By
Lois A. Bowers
Sep 17, 2018
As peak hurricane season loomed, one senior living organization shared hurricane preparedness tips with local older adults who still live at home, their families and first responders.
What could replace ‘quiet quitting’ in 2023
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Lois A. Bowers
Jan 23, 2023
“Quiet quitting” is so last year. The top workplace phenomenon that employers will see in 2023 is “quiet hiring,” according to one expert. The good news for organizations is that, in contrast to...
There’s a new way to help stamp out Alzheimer’s
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Lois A. Bowers
Dec 04, 2017
Whether you buy stamps at your local post office or online, you now have the opportunity to help lick dementia at the same time.
The pandemic’s potential good news
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Lois A. Bowers
May 09, 2022
Nobody asked for a pandemic, but potential long-term good news stemming from COVID-19 is that lasting positive changes could be in store for senior living and other long-term care providers.
Does that job really require a degree?
By
Lois A. Bowers
Mar 18, 2024
To combat challenges in recruiting employees, some companies are taking a hard look at their job descriptions and qualifications in an effort to open up positions to a broader range of candidates. Often,...