McKnight’s has been serving the market for 40 years. Some might consider that a rare achievement. Leah Klusch might see it as a good start.
For many residents, cabin fever persisting well into spring
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John O'Connor
Apr 15, 2020
It’s not just working-from-home employees who are grappling with a late spring dose of cabin fever. Forced to stay inside and often in their own units, senior living residents must also deal with the...
McKnight’s 40 for 40: Dr. Bill Thomas
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John O'Connor
Mar 16, 2020
For Dr. Bill Thomas, the future remains a work in progress. You might say that’s true for him as well.
McKnight’s 40 for 40: Brenda Bacon
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John O'Connor
Mar 09, 2020
Assistance and compassion seem to fit Brenda Bacon like a glove. She has been wearing both of them well her entire life.
As coronavirus spreads, operators gird for additional cases
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John O'Connor
Mar 04, 2020
The number of coronavirus cases nationwide surged past the 100 mark Tuesday, while contributing to at least a half dozen deaths. Federal officials are urging calm as industry groups scramble to give members...
An easier and cheaper way to diagnose Alzheimer’s disease may be on the way
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John O'Connor
Mar 04, 2020
A simple blood test might soon be all that’s needed to confirm Alzheimer’s disease and frontotemporal dementia.
Beneficiaries often reluctant to change Medicare or drug coverage, report finds
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John O'Connor
Dec 13, 2019
In theory, beneficiaries in private Medicare Advantage plans and Part D stand-alone prescription drug plans could be switching plans each year. But as a new Kaiser Family Foundation report shows, that...
2020 outlook stable for not-for-profit life plan communities: Fitch Ratings
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John O'Connor
Dec 12, 2019
The outlook for the not-for-profit life plan community sector remains stable for 2020, according to Fitch Ratings.
Olive oil may help protect against dementia, study finds
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John O'Connor
Nov 27, 2019
An apple a day might keep the doctor away. But a diet rich in olive oil could prevent cognitive impairment.
Early flu season threatens senior living residents in most states
By
John O'Connor
Nov 26, 2019
This year’s flu season is off to an early start, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.