The importance of safeguarding older adults in emergencies
By
Dan Wicker
Feb 28, 2019
It is our duty to care for our most valuable resource. Florida and California are setting the pace for the rest of the country to follow.
A real reason to be upset
By
John O'Connor
Feb 09, 2023
Instead of screaming at each other and pointing fingers, perhaps lawmakers should do something that actually will help the senior voting block they covet: start making long-term care better.
How to earn massively more money in senior living
By
John O'Connor
Jun 03, 2021
If you want to escape the senior living pay doldrums, the obvious first step is…
A dream comes true for some seniors
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 25, 2016
One nonprofit organization has found a moving way to pay tribute to the contributions of older adults.
How technology can create actionable change in senior living
By
Eric Luster, DBA, PhD
Dec 08, 2022
Nothing, not even a global pandemic, should affect the care residents receive. Here’s how technology can create actionable change.
Veterans A&A pension eligibility requirements expected to change
By
Kaylin Ray Gilkey
Nov 10, 2016
The Veterans Aid and Attendance Pension helps low-income veterans and their spouses with senior living and care expenses. Eligibility requirements are anticipated to change in the coming year, however.
Leveraging technology to elevate resident care and staff experience
By
Matt Phipps
Nov 17, 2022
Although change can often be difficult, it also can be exhilarating when we see the right technology being embraced the right way, to the benefit of staff and residents.
How a digital platform can help activity directors
By
Bill Nutting
Feb 08, 2018
Many of us have seen the positive effects of music on senior living residents. Implementing activities that harness this power, however, has been challenging at times.
How one senior living operator keeps residents COVID-free by focusing on employee health
By
Lee Tuchfarber
Oct 13, 2020
Due to close collaboration with medical directors, our own rigorous infection prevention disciplines, and a robust preemptive testing program, not one of our residents has tested positive throughout this...
How to get a jump start and attract caregivers
By
Michelle Northey
Apr 21, 2022
COVID-19 has changed the material nature of the workforce forever. The implications are wide-ranging, affecting a large swath of industries. Senior living and care is not immune from challenges in efforts...