We may be unable to change the course of dementia, we can change the course of how staff members care for those with dementia.
What you may not know about life insurance settlements
By
Joyce Bidwell
Jun 13, 2024
It always gives me pleasure to answer inquiries about the validity of life insurance settlements. The three initial and most commonly asked questions are: The answers to all these questions appear below,...
Supporting safe aging in place: The growing mPERS market
By
Tim Smokoff
Jun 09, 2016
Older adults who age in place can be comfortable in familiar surroundings and may save money. But what happens in an emergency, or if they fall?
Bank versus bridge: Aligning lenders and loans
By
Don Pelgrim
Dec 01, 2022
In certain instances, a bank loan will be your best bet. In others, a bridge loan may be the best solution for advancing business goals.
EPS ban could impact senior care
By
Michael Greenfield
Jul 24, 2015
A ban on certain expanded polystyrene (EPS) in New York City is going to make an impact on senior living facilities, and may set a precedent.
How policies and procedures may actually create risk
By
Bette McNee, RN, NHA
Erin O’Leary
Apr 18, 2019
Guidelines are an important part of an overall risk management program, but some may increase an organization’s risk to exposure. Several ways exist to address this, however.
The importance of safeguarding older adults in emergencies
By
Dan Wicker
Feb 28, 2019
It is our duty to care for our most valuable resource. Florida and California are setting the pace for the rest of the country to follow.
How a digital platform can help activity directors
By
Bill Nutting
Feb 08, 2018
Many of us have seen the positive effects of music on senior living residents. Implementing activities that harness this power, however, has been challenging at times.
Outlook for senior living in 2021
By
Cary Tremper
Jan 14, 2021
Senior living still is an attractive space, one that can only get better as we show that we came out of the pandemic stronger than we were going into it.
4 telemedicine benefits for senior living and care
By
Gigi Sorenson, RN, MSN
Feb 20, 2020
As healthcare leaders look for new ways to control costs and bring care to older individuals, many are turning to telemedicine to deal with current challenges.