Justice Department recovers more than $3 billion from False Claims Act cases in 2019 … Former Mrs. Florida sentenced to prison for using mother’s Social Security checks meant for memory care … New...
California operator cited $7 million for alleged labor law violations
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 10, 2018
The owner of six residential care facilities in Los Angeles paid caregivers as little as $2.40 an hour, did not pay them overtime and did not relieve them for breaks, the California Labor Commissioner’s...
Social media present a conundrum to senior living operators, attorney says
By
Lois A. Bowers
Nov 02, 2016
When it comes to social media policies in the workplace, be careful that while you’re safeguarding your residents’ privacy and dignity and protecting your community’s reputation and finances,...
Report: LTC market tops $300 billion
By
Lois A. Bowers
Feb 29, 2016
The long-term care market reached $305 billion in 2015, according to healthcare market research firm Kalorama Information, with no slowdown in sight.
Senior living company, CEO on hook for $709,000 in wage law violations and penalties
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jul 09, 2019
A California senior living company and its former CEO are jointly liable for almost $709,000 in underpaid minimum wage, overtime and contract wages to 48 workers as well as other expenses and penalties,...
More news for Monday, Dec. 7
By
Lois A. Bowers
Dec 07, 2015
As aging population grows, so do robotic health aides … America’s largest retirement community is embracing healthcare driven by family doctors, not specialists … Through the fog of Alzheimer’s...
More news for Wednesday, April 4
Apr 04, 2018
Medicare Advantage revisions expand benefits to non-medical services and supplies … Eating more protein may not benefit older men … A hipper replacement for senior living? These sleek new apartments...
Hopping holiday
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 15, 2020
Senior living communities found ways to help residents observe Easter and Passover despite restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more, and read how to submit your photos!
When it comes to DEI, survey shows there’s a lot of work to do
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jun 05, 2023
A new survey by the Pew Research Center shows that for employers who value diversity, equity and inclusion efforts, much work remains to be done.
Gathering and giving
Dec 21, 2016
As 2016 comes to a close, senior living residents and staff have been donating toys and their time and enjoying holiday gatherings. Read more, and learn how to submit your photos!