‘Cat ladies’ and other childless people present an opportunity for senior living
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jul 29, 2024
Just as “childless cat ladies” are in the news, the Pew Research Center has released a new study delving into the reasons some people do not have children, as well as how those decisions have...
Taking work seriously
By
Lois A. Bowers
Feb 01, 2016
Have you heard the one about the woman whose hair caught on fire as she was blow-drying it? Or the one about the person whose clothes — all of them — were stolen?
Sense of community, control may be a few clicks away for residents
By
Lois A. Bowers
May 07, 2018
Senior living residents may be deriving a sense of empowerment and community from a source that may surprise you.
Give these workers credit for being creative
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 02, 2018
What do a dog, false eyelashes and hot coffee have in common? The answer may or may not surprise you.
Are you ready for an Alzheimer’s breakthrough?
By
Lois A. Bowers
Nov 20, 2017
Some treatments for Alzheimer’s may be available by 2020. If so, the U.S. healthcare system may not be prepared, according to a new study.
12 holiday hazards and how to address them
By
Lois A. Bowers
Dec 21, 2015
Fire and safety issues can be more likely during holidays, according to one expert, because fewer staff members may be working and more visitors may be present.
Not so sure about that ‘silver wave’
By
Lois A. Bowers
Nov 11, 2019
Yes, the aging of the baby boomers may result in a “silver wave” of residents moving into senior living communities, but one investor is urging caution. And independent living “may be left out to...
Jonesing for separate recognition
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 15, 2024
How is it that in my 11 years of writing about the long-term care profession, which has been talking about the coming “silver wave” of baby boomers all that time (and more), I don’t recall ever hearing...
Be mindful of these ways to reduce stress
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 11, 2016
Employees and employers alike may want to focus on the benefits of mini-meditation and mindfulness.
Is it a zombie apocalypse?
By
Lois A. Bowers
Mar 13, 2017
Are your family members, friends and co-workers acting uncharacteristically? I conducted some research and am here to share my findings and quell your worries.