It appears that a federal effort to downsize nursing homes might end up doing just the opposite.
An Alzheimer’s success story that defies the odds
By
John O'Connor
May 04, 2017
I was heartened to see a recent study that actually seems to have generated measurable success in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease.
Coming soon to your senior living organization: Explosive, unexpected changes
By
John O'Connor
Jul 19, 2018
I can’t tell you what changes are coming to your senior living organization. But I can tell you this: They are coming.
This may be your last chance to stamp out Alzheimer’s this way
By
Lois A. Bowers
Sep 09, 2019
Time is running out to support Alzheimer’s disease research and care through the purchase of a special stamp via the U.S. Postal Service.
Hospitals as business partners? It’s not such a far-fetched notion
By
John O'Connor
Jan 28, 2016
Some will argue that senior living can never replace skilled care when it comes to post-acute care. You’ll be able to recognize them by the strength of their convictions and the shortness of their...
Crisis management 101
By
Lois A. Bowers
Feb 29, 2016
It’s the news no senior living administrator wants to receive: one of your community’s residents appears to have been abused, and one of your employees appears to have been the culprit.
Be smart about phones, social media
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 25, 2016
If you haven’t reviewed your human resources manual lately, now may be a good time to check your policies related to cellphone and social media use by employees during work hours — or to formulate...
Affordable options for the middle class
By
Lois A. Bowers
Sep 03, 2019
As the senior living industry looks to find ways to serve the silver wave of baby boomers, including those in the middle market, all ideas should be on the table as potential solutions. Ever heard of the...
Virtual technology could offer real solutions for clinical, social challenges
By
Lois A. Bowers
Aug 15, 2016
Senior living communities soon may be using virtual reality technology on a regular basis to help residents cross items off their bucket lists, engage with fellow residents and address physical issues.
Senior living’s grand illusion needs a reality check
By
John O'Connor
Dec 02, 2021
Senior living suffers from a grand illusion problem. Even in 2021, many of its practitioners insist it is primarily in the hospitality — rather than the healthcare — sector.