New measure aims to better protect senior living residents from waterborne illnesses
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Amy Novotney
Jun 14, 2022
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker (D) has signed into law legislation aimed at protecting senior living residents in the state from waterborne illnesses. The measure, signed May 27 and going into effect immediately,...
OSHA long-term care COVID inspections this year surpass number for all of 2021
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Amy Novotney
Jun 13, 2022
Even without a federal COVID-19 healthcare rule to enforce, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration has inspected more assisted living communities and nursing homes...
Brookdale to pay $3.25 million in 10-facility settlement over alleged illegal practices
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Amy Novotney
Mar 15, 2022
Brentwood, TN-based Brookdale Senior Living has reached a $3.25 million settlement with the state of California in response to a legal action filed last year accusing Brookdale of lying to the Centers...
Five Star, DispatchHealth launch clinical collaboration for senior living residents
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Amy Novotney
Dec 20, 2021
Five Star Senior Living independent living, assisted living and memory care residents will receive on-demand acute care via the operator’s collaboration with DispatchHealth, a provider of in-home medical...
Companion robot will not go mainstream in 2022
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Amy Novotney
Dec 20, 2021
Although 2021 saw renewed investment and focus on the social robotics market, 2022 will not be the breakout year the industry is hoping for, according to a new report on technology trends.
Alzheimer’s diagnosis may lead to reduced social activity: study
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Amy Novotney
Nov 30, 2021
Despite the belief that early diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease is crucial, a new study by scientists at Rutgers University suggests that a person’s social network and social support do not increase...
Pandemic may cause increase in need for LTC for people living with dementia
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Amy Novotney
Sep 02, 2021
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic could cause a significant rise in the number of people living with dementia, according to a group representing more than 100 Alzheimer’s and dementia associations globally....
Eden, Green House founder unveils Kallimos Communities as multi-generational model for seniors
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Amy Novotney
May 07, 2021
After an unprecedented year of challenges for residents and staff members in skilled nursing facilities and assisted living communities, senior living and care expert William Thomas, M.D. — better known...
Prospects’ families looking for operators to ‘hold their hand’ through the buying process: speakers
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Amy Novotney
May 05, 2021
No matter what stage of the buying process you’re in with a prospective resident and his or her family, taking the time to personalize your marketing message to support the potential resident’s needs...
Two major tenants failed to pay rents in the first quarter as a result of ongoing challenges related to the COVID-19 pandemic, leading some to remain concerned about the operating metrics of Westlake Village,...