Hands-free video calling, managed Wi-Fi driving social connectedness
By
David Berger
Jul 29, 2021
600 seniors across nine Volunteers of America National Services communities are engaging with family, friends, healthcare, information and entertainment by video call through a new enterprise technology...
Timely advice that respects your time
By
Lois A. Bowers
Oct 18, 2021
Emergency preparedness. Culture. Workforce challenges. Occupancy. The changing nature of senior living. Those are some of the topics we are covering in our new Newsmakers Podcast series.
It’s about time in the selling zone
By
David Smith
Oct 18, 2021
A prospect-centered perspective will help enhance the lives of many of the 90% of older adults who fearfully cling to their houses and to lifestyles that no longer fit their needs.
Everyone in the pools!
By
Mihaela Zaharescu
Oct 04, 2021
With a rhythm of life that demands spaces devoted to fitness and well-being, today’s senior living communities are trending toward resort-style amenities, including multiple dining options, indoor and...
Ethical responses to vaccine hesitancy among staff
By
Beth Irtz, RN, BSN, NHA
Jeff Jerebker
Wendy Lustbader, MSW
Joanne Rader, RN, MN
Penny Cook, MSW
Sep 20, 2021
Using ethical principles in decision-making, especially during the challenges involved in responding to the vaccine mandate, reduce friction while providing for respectful disagreement and thoughtful deliberation.
Continuing Care at Home: Uncharted compliance territory
By
Brian McGovern
Dec 16, 2019
The CCaH model has moved from the conceptual phase in several states into actual proposals and communities. There are a few potential concerns or risks — beyond actuarial or financial — that a sponsor...
4 hydration tips for older adults
By
Jane Hinton
Nov 21, 2019
Older adults become dehydrated more quickly than younger people. Understanding the reasons for this challenge can prevent it from happening.
Reignite your brand to stay relevant
By
Brenda Schreiber
Paula Ledbetter
Oct 28, 2019
When you have a strong brand that has served you well for years, why would you consider changing or evolving it? That is precisely the time to step back and look at defining the next stage of the brand.
Designing older adult communities in urban environments
By
Jami Mohlenkamp
Oct 14, 2019
No matter the demographic, there are challenges and opportunities to designing in an urban environment. When it comes to older adult communities, there are a few key elements to consider.
Energy-efficient practices result in improved resident comfort
By
Patrick Reavey
Oct 10, 2019
Energy engineers can be a valuable resource and partner for senior living and healthcare facilities proactively looking for ways to conserve energy, cut costs and decrease their carbon footprint.