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.
The game of life in senior living: 4 steps in strategic planning
By
Carolyn Hendrickson
Sep 07, 2021
A well-designed strategic plan, followed by a successful rollout, will keep you moving in the right direction.
Why safety shouldn’t always be the first priority
By
Tammy Marshall
May 20, 2019
A hyper-approach to safety has long prevented residents from enjoying the human right to make their own choices and evaluate their priorities.
Is regulation helping or hurting senior living innovation?
By
Jess Stonefield
Nov 04, 2019
Despite improvements, numerous areas of senior housing still demand innovation. How will regulation help — or hurt — innovations in those areas?
What your residents need to know when applying for Medicaid for assisted living
By
Ben Mandelbaum
Dec 14, 2015
A refresher for those working in senior living, and something to share with residents and prospective residents.
Vexed by vaccinations? 5 communication strategies to encourage ongoing adoption
By
Courtney Malengo, APR
Mar 01, 2021
The reality is, if we cannot figure out the best ways to communicate, then vaccine adoption will continue to lag, plaguing healthcare workers and the broader public.
How dining services can differentiate your assisted living community
By
Scott Priest
Jul 17, 2017
Two steps can help you meet the demand for innovative dining services in assisted living.
How to avoid causing a hazard, being cited over a storage issue in senior living
By
Stan Szpytek
Nov 08, 2021
Storage issues within the built environment of senior living communities have challenged management teams for as long as those types of properties have been in existence. The need for additional equipment,...
Four ways to creatively disrupt senior living — for all the right reasons
By
Ann Lovell
Jun 25, 2018
“Creative disruption” in four key areas can help senior living communities address challenges related to changing resident expectations and labor shortages across disciplines.
6 meds to handle with care
By
Suzanne Robotti
Jan 29, 2018
Older adults taking five or more medications per week, plus an aging body system, equals problems for home and senior living caregivers.