Mentoring as a form of companionship for older adults can provide the opportunity to help, support and improve the quality of their lives as well as to add purpose to the mentor’s life.
3 ways voice-first technology can help older adults in the era of social distancing
By
Jason Gottschalk
Apr 09, 2020
Isolation can make communication, access to timely information and a sense of independence more difficult for many older adults, especially for those who aren’t used to turning to technology for...
Life plan communities earn high marks from residents
By
Michele Holleran, Ph.D., MBA
Apr 14, 2022
Overall resident satisfaction scores went up significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic. Although this finding may seem counterintuitive, there are plausible reasons for the positive scores.
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.
Life plan communities thrive through connectedness
By
Gina Miller
May 10, 2018
Research shows that social connectedness improves physical health, mental and emotional well-being and even longevity, thereby enabling individuals and communities, including life plan communities, to...
Smaller personal care homes are a growing senior living option
By
Leslie Spirer
Dec 21, 2017
Small personal care homes are a popular option the West Coast, enjoying more popularity there than on the East Coast or in the South. Regardless of geography, they offer an option for independent older...
From one leader to another: Taking care of others requires taking care of yourself
By
Rich Poirier
May 13, 2021
In senior living communities, healthy leaders are in a better position to sustain their teams and provide the services residents need. Self care, ultimately, supports better care for others.
How to solve for loneliness, boredom and helplessness in senior living
By
Jeannette McClennan
May 02, 2019
For years, we have been hearing about the impact of purpose on people’s lives. Take your residents through this process to help them identify theirs.
More than ever, employees need support; Here’s how to make it happen
By
Linda Piontek
Aug 06, 2020
During these unprecedented times, senior living employers need to show workers more support than ever before by bolstering benefits and reward practices.
The top five benefits of LED circadian rhythm lighting
By
Harry Zuker
Aug 24, 2017
If you don’t have it now, you likely will have circadian rhythm lighting within the next few years.