Staffing shortage is more than an HR headache, speakers say
By
Lois A. Bowers
Oct 22, 2018
The staffing challenges facing senior living communities are not just human resources headaches. They also represent the biggest operational risk in the industry, according to experts participating in...
Northbridge goes Hollywood with Paul Sorvino and Martin Landau film
By
Gerry Gallin
Jan 25, 2016
When “The Last Poker Game” hits the silver screen this fall, a senior living community will be one of the stars. Here’s an inside look — with photos — at production of the film, which...
Four ways to creatively disrupt senior living — for all the right reasons
By
Ann Lovell
Jun 25, 2018
“Creative disruption” in four key areas can help senior living communities address challenges related to changing resident expectations and labor shortages across disciplines.
7 best practices for weathering a crisis
By
Mary Beth Farrell
Feb 13, 2017
Regardless of the scope or cause of the emergency, senior living communities of all sizes in any location can benefit from being prepared for any potential disaster.
5 tips for staffing a new senior living community
By
Debbie Penn
May 09, 2016
Recruiting to fill all positions at a new community can be challenging. Here are five tips on hiring the people who will bring your mission to life.
At the end of the day, it is about relationships
By
Paul Bartlett
Aug 02, 2021
Over the years and through my various hospitality roles, I have learned that relationships are key, and that is no different in the business of senior housing – building supportive, meaningful and open...
Two stories that capture our culture
By
Anja Rogers
Sep 28, 2018
Let me share two stories that encapsulate what we do that is special and different at our senior living communities and why we recently were honored for that.
Health was focus of activities around RNC
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jul 25, 2016
Despite the Republican National Committee’s release of a platform that contained some healthcare policy ideas last week, healthcare seemed more of a focus at events timed to coincide with the Republican...
6 keys to bolstering your reputation
By
Courtney Malengo, APR
Nov 16, 2020
Here are some tips to assess your organization’s reputation, proactively identify reputational risks and implement strategies to bolster your reputation.
Renovations to meet the changing needs of very different generations
By
Aaron Hargett
Dec 07, 2015
You can make your community relevant and up-to-date without tearing it down and starting from scratch.