Senior living communities: The intersection of hospitality, healthcare
By
F. Scott Moody
Nov 11, 2015
Senior living communities have transitioned from hospital-like entities to places that sometimes can look more like resorts.
Antipsychotics in assisted living
By
Steven Fuller, D.O., Ph.D.
Aug 12, 2015
You’ve undoubtedly heard the adage: “Strength in numbers.” Now consider the “numbers” generated by your “resident health data” in your assisted living community.
When disaster strikes – how to soften the blow
By
Jay Shelton
Aug 10, 2015
Senior living settings are at risk of a natural disaster, along with every other business across the country.
Mosquitoes are active: What can you do?
By
Ron Harrison
Jul 31, 2015
Some mosquitoes also carry a relatively new virus in the United States called chikungunya virus.
New technologies can eliminate trial-and-error purchasing
By
Michael Wilson
Jul 27, 2015
Facility managers in all kinds of businesses and organizations are now making product selections online.
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.
Infection prevention and collaboration
By
Joel Rich
Jul 17, 2015
As the saying goes, “two heads are better than one.”
New IP video surveillance systems offer flexibility
By
Michael Chotiner
Jul 15, 2015
Video surveillance has long been a key component of security systems in long-term care facilities. Typically, security cameras are placed in:
Don’t let the bed bugs bite
By
Joelle Olson
Jul 13, 2015
Bed bugs are unwelcome no matter where they take up residence.But in senior living communities, the tiny insects can cause big problems.
Investing in extra help
By
Chelsi Archibald
Jul 10, 2015
While many long-term caregivers are aiding seniors with dementia, a new training course focuses on preventing cognitive decline by looking at food.