First-quarter results were a mixed bag for Ventas.
Executives more interested in acquisitions than new construction, survey finds
By
John O'Connor
Feb 20, 2019
“Build it and they will come” may be the mantra in “Field of Dreams.” But it appears to be advice senior living executives are less willing to embrace these days, if a recent annual survey is accurate.
Fraud case moves to California state court — for now
By
John O'Connor
Nov 14, 2017
A class-action lawsuit against Oakmont Senior Living appears to be headed back to a California state court. The lawsuit alleges the community failed to deliver on staffing promises.
Bill Gates sets aside $100 million for Alzheimer’s research
By
John O'Connor
Nov 14, 2017
Billionaire Bill Gates announced he will invest $50 million in the Dementia Discovery Fund. The venture capital fund links targets the disease by coordinating public and private-sector efforts.
Wildfire evacuations at two communities spark investigation
By
John O'Connor
Oct 20, 2017
State officials are investigating the way residents were evacuated from two senior living communities during a wildfire in northern California.
Woes continue for senior living rental assistance program
By
John O'Connor
Aug 16, 2017
Residents at Valley Springs in Auburn recently received a letter notifying them to vacate the building. That’s because the Kansas-based complex for seniors — a Section 42 participant — is being...
Elder abuse charges for physician who operated assisted living center
By
John O'Connor
Jun 07, 2017
A Miami-based physician has been charged with two counts of neglecting an elderly or disabled adult.
Prevailing views about decision-makers largely inaccurate: study
By
John O'Connor
Oct 23, 2016
It’s no secret that 50-plus year olds often make senior living placement decisions. A new study sheds light on their motivations by shredding old stereotypes.
Wanted: dependable entry-level workers
By
John O'Connor
Oct 20, 2016
What do senior living operators and other employers value most among entry-level job applicants? People they can count on.
Better mental health services are needed, report finds
By
John O'Connor
Oct 20, 2016
More than half of the 43.7 million Americans with a mental health condition are not receiving treatment, according to a report from Mental Health America.