Older adults’ top priorities for the government may surprise you
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 28, 2019
We’ve heard older voters called “healthcare voters,” but the results of a new survey don’t corroborate that view.
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...
When fair criticism goes over the line
By
John O'Connor
Mar 26, 2020
Many media reports about senior living and care are taking on a nasty tone related to COVID-19. This week alone, I have seen stories make two very disturbing accusations.
Why healthcare may not matter in this election
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jul 18, 2016
Just in time for the Republican and Democratic national political conventions, a new poll and a new website provide insights into voter and candidate thoughts about healthcare.
Does your senior living organization have an alignment problem?
By
John O'Connor
Oct 31, 2019
Not one session at the three major trade shows this fall addressed alignment. And frankly, there may not be a more important issue facing operators today.
Here’s what workers value in a job. Is this what you offer?
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 18, 2022
When it comes to what people value in a job, men and women’s priorities are similar but have differences, according to the results of a recent Gallup survey of more than 13,000 employees. Although respondents...
Want a positive workplace? Be a positive leader
By
Lois A. Bowers
May 30, 2017
Managers in flourishing organizations share optimism, hope and inspiration with employees, especially when things don’t go as planned, according to one expert.
Big plans aren’t necessarily senior living’s problem
By
John O'Connor
Jun 07, 2018
Daniel Hudson Burnham’s directive to “make no little plans” has inspired many an ambitious undertaking across our great country. Including, apparently, a plan by Brookdale Senior Living...
The latest findings on drinking and dementia are causing quite a buzz
By
John O'Connor
Mar 08, 2018
Here’s the problem I have with so many new studies: It seems that every one of them is soon offset by a different investigation that serves up a very different message.
Why you should be concerned about this pro-union measure
By
John O'Connor
Mar 11, 2021
The Protecting the Right to Organize Act is not quite dead on arrival.