Combatting cognitive decline through new hearing innovation
By
Bernie Cavis
Matt Reiners
Jul 27, 2017
We as an industry must encourage residents to use listening devices so they can better engage in activities and with one another in a meaningful way that will help slow cognitive decline.
Laundry expert: ‘Universal care worker’ now the norm
By
John Hall
Oct 01, 2023
In addition to expanding staff roles, consider training, safety and machine upgrades as essential to an in-house laundry program.
Investing in extra help
By
Chelsi Archibald
Jul 10, 2015
While many long-term caregivers are aiding seniors with dementia, a new training course focuses on preventing cognitive decline by looking at food.
Art’s effects on long-term care: A perspective on purpose
By
Andy Isakson
Aug 19, 2019
Art should be much more than just an element of a senior living community’s décor.
Focus On briefs: Skin integrity
Aug 01, 2022
Perceptive Solutions integrates wound solution with MatrixCare EHR software,; Immunotherapy could delay wound healing, practitioner advises; Vizient gives limb shield innovation nod
Focus On briefs: Resident security
Oct 01, 2021
Revel Communities’ Seasonal Residence Program; Three industry experts fighting stereotypes of the senior living experience; Caregivers charged with abuse and exploitation.
Focus On briefs: Finance
By
Staff reports
Dec 02, 2022
Greystone leads HUD volume for FY 2022, Great Elm Capital, Berkadia launch joint venture healthcare financing group, Medicare Advantage premiums to decline by almost 8%
An unjust employment ban is finally removed
By
John O'Connor
Jan 21, 2016
It’s one thing to pay for youthful indiscretions right after they happen. It’s quite another to have to wear the modern-day equivalent of a Scarlet letter for the rest of one’s working...
What I’m telling your prospective residents
By
Joe Olekszyk, CFP
Jan 12, 2017
There comes a moment when older adults realize their aging-related limitations and start making decisions about transitioning to senior living. Here’s an inside look at what we advise our clients...
Focus on briefs: Skin integrity
By
Staff reports
Aug 08, 2023
Frozen human skin shown to be more cost-effective than comparable applications, Swift touts outcomes, Medline optimizes Remedy Skin Care line