Tips for designing or adapting durable, sustainable senior living communities
By
Angela Gunn
Julie Zielinski
Jun 04, 2018
When it comes to designing for sustainability, the design elements for senior living residences are in many ways similar to other building types, yet senior living residences are unique in several ways.
Responsible control of public health pests is essential during the COVID-19 response
By
Joseph Latino
Jul 23, 2020
Using well-established COVID-19 hygiene guidelines to treat senior living communities while implementing preventive programs will significantly reduce the problems caused by public health pests.
The ‘obesity paradox’ among seniors
By
Jill Carte
Dec 20, 2018
There are ways that senior living community executive directors and nursing home administrators can help residents under their care reduce their weight, if necessary.
Create a healthier senior living environment with destratification fans
By
Christian Avedon
Feb 08, 2024
In senior living communities, the health and well-being of residents are top priorities — and indoor air quality is crucial in those environments. Poor indoor air quality contributes to a variety of...
Why comprehensive medication management is especially important now
By
Karmen L. Stephens, PharmD, BCGP
Mar 24, 2022
Comprehensive medication management, or CMM, is a whole-person approach to medication management that ensures that medications are appropriate, safe and effective, and that they support the individual’s...
Efficient temperature control for aging populations
By
Julie Edwards
Sep 10, 2018
Mindful methods of controlling temperatures in senior living environments can reduce energy usage and cost.
The necessity of clean tech and indoor air quality in assisted living
By
Tony Abate
Jan 12, 2023
Owners and operators who take advantage of indoor air quality technology can support lower vacancy rates, improve health and safety for residents and drive public and stakeholder confidence.