The technology senior living communities actually need
By
Annabelle Carter Short
Nov 25, 2019
From the perspective of a family caregiver of someone living with dementia, here are some senior living technologies that communities can use to improve their operations.
Virtual reality is more than entertainment for senior living residents
By
Chris Brickler
Mar 29, 2018
Virtual reality may hold the promise of delivering therapeutic benefits that possibly could reduce symptoms of diseases experienced by older adults, such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and macular...
3 strategies to deepen engagement with residents and their loved ones
By
Jaylee Baird, CDP, CALA
Apr 08, 2024
As senior living community leaders look for ways to serve and foster deeper connections with residents and their loved ones, three engagement strategies have proven highly successful.
Overcoming cellular reception problems in senior living communities
By
Dean Richmond
Apr 15, 2021
If you are experiencing dropped calls on your cellphone or can’t get a cell signal inside certain areas of your senior living community, it probably is not your cellular service provider’s fault. Other...
The positive powers of play
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 18, 2016
One senior living community has found a new way to take advantage of the good weather while improving the physical and mental health of residents.
Choose love over fear when preparing to confront challenges
By
Loren Shook
Mar 18, 2024
Silverado’s Loren Shook shares steps leaders can take to help ensure that their organizations can navigate uncertainty while fulfilling their missions.
How wearable tech can enhance senior living
By
Chris Holbert
Sep 21, 2017
Many people already are familiar with fitness wearables. Another technology senior living facilities could consider for residents is mPERS, or mobile personal emergency response system.
Don’t sit on these revenue-generating opportunities
By
Steve McDonald
Jun 14, 2021
Creating a virtual marketplace represents a tremendous business opportunity for innovators who want to see their residents and local older adults thrive.
Achieving the right balance for your next building design
By
Amy Ruedinger, RN, RAC-CT
Chad Ulman
Aug 08, 2016
Bringing together your administration and staff, an external operations professional and a senior living facilities design expert will help ensure that your construction or renovation project incorporates...
AI revolution in senior living communities: A strategic guide for leaders
By
Amy Hester, PhD, RN, BC, FAAN
Jan 25, 2024
The integration of artificial intelligence in senior living communities no is longer a futuristic concept but a present-day reality, offering transformative potential in enhancing resident care and operational...