Tips for designing or adapting durable, sustainable senior living communities
By
Angela Gunn
Julie Zielinski
Jun 04, 2018
When it comes to designing for sustainability, the design elements for senior living residences are in many ways similar to other building types, yet senior living residences are unique in several ways.
A new way to measure outcomes in older adults
By
Erin Giovannetti
Aug 21, 2017
With support from the SCAN Foundation and the John A. Hartford Foundation, the National Committee for Quality Assurance and six collaborating organizations are testing two approaches to measuring outcomes...
Health and WELL-being for senior living operators
By
Rachel Hodgdon
Aug 15, 2022
The research tells us that when we put people at the center of our decision-making, not only do they thrive, but so does the business.
We must prioritize lifelong learning for residents
By
Joseph Villanueva
Jan 08, 2024
Senior living communities should offer and ensure access to a wealth of opportunities for expanding the minds of their residents.
Addressing the double pandemic of COVID-19 and loneliness
By
Avi Philipson
Jan 19, 2021
We’re starting a new year, and the pandemic still rages on. Its complete demise never was guaranteed, but there was a quieted optimism that the virus would be largely improved by now. On the contrary,...
Is It COVID-19 or a blood clot? Important distinguishing symptoms to know
By
Lana Castellucci, M.D., FRCPC, MSc
May 24, 2021
Our familiarity and alertness to the signs and symptoms of COVID-19 can make residents and patients susceptible to misdiagnosis in cases where another ailment shares similar symptoms, such as blood clots.
Deliberate actions protect senior living communities from fire, safety issues
By
Stan Szpytek
Jun 26, 2023
Fire and life safety compliance does not happen by accident in a senior living community. Ensuring a safe and secure environment of care requires the integration of fire protection and life safety systems...
Why nutrition is key to fending off isolation in older adults
By
Charlie Wilson
May 09, 2022
It is imperative that all senior living communities, regardless of nonprofit or for-profit status, look to improve their culinary operations to provide better nutrition and variety for seniors.
Just keep singing: Music and dementia
By
Ann Lovell
Oct 07, 2019
Understanding the role that music can play in minimizing the effects of dementia can help families and caregivers seek out programs that enhance the quality of life of those they love who are living with...
Why assisted living needs ergonomics
By
Diana Schwerha, Ph.D.
Sep 26, 2016
Assisted living community owners and managers can reduce risk and save on hiring, training and workers’ compensation costs by instilling a culture of safety through respect, honesty and trust.