Keeping incontinent residents healthy, dignified and satisfied is a full-time chore — if providers are educated and steadily keep a proper eye on those in their care
Special needs
By
Julie E. Williamson
Mar 01, 2018
Residents with cognitive impairment present unique challenges and opportunities for the senior living field.
Balanced approach
By
Julie E. Williamson
Dec 01, 2014
Combining safety and choice is part science and part art when it comes to resident security. New options are making delicate weighing of options easier for operators.
The heat is on
By
Julie E. Williamson
Aug 01, 2018
Keeping skin healthy takes extra vigilance during hot, dry weather months.
A blended approach
By
Julie E. Williamson
Feb 01, 2017
As demand escalates for memory support services in the senior living sector, operators are finding that effective engagement combines high touch and high tech.
By the numbers
By
Julie E. Williamson
Apr 02, 2018
Good data-capture and analysis add up to better outcomes.
Making a clothes call
By
Julie E. Williamson
Oct 01, 2015
As more senior living operators work to increase efficiencies and leave a smaller environmental footprint, on-premise laundry operations are being put under increased scrutiny.
Before the fall
By
Julie E. Williamson
Dec 01, 2017
Smart practices and high-tech solutions help minimize the risks.
No trade-off required
By
Julie E. Williamson
Aug 14, 2019
Robust security solutions help residents retain choice without sacrificing safety.
Being pro-active
By
Julie E. Williamson
Oct 01, 2014
Once just the domain of bingo, bridge and crafts, activity programs are taking a more central role in helping residents add joy and meaning to their lives.