3 assisted living residents die after eating Thanksgiving dinner
By
Lois A. Bowers
Nov 29, 2016
Three California assisted living residents have died after apparently contracting cases of foodborne illness at a holiday event, according to public health officials.
5 ways to attract and support leaders
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jun 06, 2022
Want to attract women to leadership positions in your organization? A “returnship” program is one of five ideas in a new report.
From CCRC to maternity
Sep 05, 2018
An expansion at a New Jersey continuing care retirement community will benefit expectant mothers and their babies in Africa. Read more, and find out how to submit your photos!
NY assisted living building sale may be delayed again
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jun 21, 2016
There’s a new chapter in the story of a Brooklyn, NY, assisted living building that has been at the center of controversy for the past two years.
Alleged wage violations could cost company $60,000
By
Lois A. Bowers
May 17, 2016
The U.S. Department of Labor is seeking more than $60,000 in back wages and damages from a company it says improperly paid nursing assistants who worked in an assisted living community.
Senior Sleuths exhibits new cognitive activity at Argentum
Apr 16, 2019
Senior Sleuths is designed to be a turnkey immersive group experience that senior living community activities directors can use to sharpen residents’ cognitive abilities.
Frailty could make older adults more susceptible to dementia
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 22, 2019
Older adults who are frail are more susceptible to Alzheimer’s dementia, new research published in The Lancet Neurology journal suggests.
College student to bring music with move into CCRC
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 04, 2016
Vocal performance major Haley Jenkins will perform twice a month for residents. In exchange, she’ll receive free room, board and utilities, but she says that the arrangement appealed to her for other...
Having a sense of purpose can lower the risk of death
By
Lois A. Bowers
Dec 05, 2022
People with higher levels of purpose may have a lower risk of death from any cause, according to a study recently published in the journal Preventive Medicine.
Making a lasting impression
By
Lois A. Bowers
Aug 25, 2015
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