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.
Union changes on hold?
By
John O'Connor
Oct 01, 2016
The Labor Department says its ‘persuader rule’ will level the playing field during union drives. But operators see the measure as an illegal imposition.
Update shows that disability and aging tend to go together
By
John O'Connor
Aug 07, 2016
A quarter of all Americans who have hit age 65 are beset by some form of disability, a new government report confirms.
Residents often mask vulnerability following hospital stay: study
By
John O'Connor
Aug 07, 2016
When a resident recently back from the hospital claims to be fine, don’t be so sure.
A firefighter pension assets manager is suing one of the nation’s largest skilled care and assisted living companies and several executive officers, alleging investors were misled.