Keep it real with evidence-based simulation learning
By
Melora Jackson, MS
Aug 02, 2019
Scientifically researched training tools offer assurances that do-it-yourself and knock-off training programs cannot ensure.
New ways to celebrate your achievements
By
Lois A. Bowers
May 20, 2024
The McKnight’s Women of Distinction Awards and Forum last week offered an energizing and insightful day of networking, learning and celebrating as we honored five dozen women for their contributions...
Senior living is doing a great — and largely unnoticed — job
By
John O'Connor
Jan 12, 2023
Does the following scenario sound familiar? You live near a major city chock full of attractions. Plenty of great restaurants. Fantastic museums. Tons of cultural attractions. Yet you hardly ever get there....
Be smart about phones, social media
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 25, 2016
If you haven’t reviewed your human resources manual lately, now may be a good time to check your policies related to cellphone and social media use by employees during work hours — or to formulate...
A whole new breed of rip off artists
By
John O'Connor
May 30, 2024
Senior living operators can enhance their cybersecurity measures, protecting valuable health information and fostering a safer environment for all residents.
How temperature sensors make seniors’ residences more comfortable
By
Dan Roberge
Mar 05, 2020
If you want to increase your residents’ comfort while preventing costly expenses, check out what temperature sensors and computerized maintenance management software can do for you.
Your favorite columns of 2016
By
Lois A. Bowers
Dec 27, 2016
An examination of analytics reveals which business challenges were top topics of interest for McKnight’s Senior Living website visitors, newsletter readers and social media followers and friends...
Interoperability: Preventing emergency communication breakdowns in your senior living community
By
Danielle Myers
Dec 05, 2019
Interoperability enables computer systems or software to exchange and make use of information, allowing senior living owners and operators to leverage their systems more effectively, improving both efficiency...
How to navigate senior living background checks and compliance
By
Jeff Ernste
Jul 13, 2023
Getting background checks right must be a continuing concern for senior living operators.
Say goodbye to traditional paid search advertising – and hello to AI
By
Amy McClain
Jul 10, 2023
Senior living operators can work around Google Ad restrictions by leveraging intent-based ad targeting.