The business case for employee well-being interventions
By
Michele Holleran, Ph.D., MBA
Jul 11, 2022
Four stressors are compromising the well-being of the aging services workforce like never before. Here are some best practices to address each of the identified sources of burnout.
The buyout versus bailout
By
Don Pelgrim
Sep 07, 2023
When capital is used strategically after you’ve performed or executed the business plan, that is considered a buyout. When a property is struggling and seeking additional capital to keep the project...
Location technology: Helping a senior living community improve resident care and staff efficiency
By
Adam Peck
Nov 30, 2017
Several years ago, Samaritan Village began evaluating new technology to further improve its care for residents while providing additional peace of mind.
Summer daze
By
John Andrews
Aug 14, 2019
Sun and heat can cause new skin and wound care challenges for residents. Here’s how operators can keep residents looking and feeling their best.
Focus On: Infection control
By
John Hall
Oct 20, 2020
The new infection control push puts scrutiny on laundries. From cleaning and disinfection practices to space and machines, departments are asked to improve their game.
Don’t let the bed bugs bite
By
Joelle Olson
Jul 13, 2015
Bed bugs are unwelcome no matter where they take up residence.But in senior living communities, the tiny insects can cause big problems.
Infection prevention and collaboration
By
Joel Rich
Jul 17, 2015
As the saying goes, “two heads are better than one.”
Beyond clean
By
Julie E. Williamson
Oct 17, 2019
Good laundry practices aid infection control efforts.
Focus On briefs: Infection control
Oct 20, 2020
The latest about AmeriPride Services and Alliance Laundry Systems.
Hindsight is 2020: COVID-19’s effects on older adults
By
Frederick Mark Paz, M.D.
Sep 13, 2021
As we move forward, let’s no forget to reflect on the lessons learned, the knowledge gained and the progress made in the midst of adversity, questioning not what brought us here but instead looking ahead...