Senior living must be truly inclusive to reflect its mission
By
Vassar Byrd
Feb 11, 2019
A recent court case decision takes aim at the heart of senior living, which is about connection, meaning and relationships.
Ready or not, here it comes — in fact, it’s here
By
Lois A. Bowers
Aug 29, 2022
From tools that help employers improve the recruiting and retention of workers to self-driving cars that help residents get around in Florida or California, senior living already has a front-row seat to...
Need more residents? Don’t forget the Vulcan salute
By
John O'Connor
May 12, 2022
The Vulcan salute means “live long and prosper,” and that’s exactly what respondents to a recent survey would like to do.
The heat is on, which means proper skin care is essential
By
John Andrews
Aug 02, 2021
Prevention and early intervention can help prevent rashes, infections and other seasonal-caused skin challenges
First impressions: Little things can mean a lot
By
Lois A. Bowers
Dec 12, 2016
I spent some time at a senior living community at the invitation of the Where You Live Matters campaign and realized that seemingly small things can add up to a memorable first impression for prospective...
What the growing wealth gap could mean for senior living
By
Lois A. Bowers
May 21, 2018
Could the future success of the senior living industry depend on actions that might affect near-term success?
Senior living needs to give recycling a whole new meaning
By
John O'Connor
Mar 23, 2023
So you want to build a senior living campus, eh? What if I told you there was a much easier, less costly, more welcome way to proceed? There is.
The government is broadening its enforcement umbrella, and it means heightened scrutiny and reporting responsibility for those providing care and services to older adults.
Pandemic silver linings
By
Liza Berger
Feb 19, 2021
There are certain people who manage to find opportunity and meaning in the toughest, most challenging moments. The pandemic has provided ample evidence of such folks.
How financial wellness can be a recruiting advantage for senior living operators
By
Michelle Clark
Sep 26, 2019
The need for direct care workers never has been more urgent. That means pay needs to improve and benefits need to be rethought.