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Month: April 2010

Designs for senior living-Review process

The behind-the-scenes review process is the yearly event that precedes the publication of DESIGN/Environments for Aging and the presentation of citations at the Environments for Aging Conference in March. Read More »

More evolution than revolution

Some recent Internet statistics caught my eye and, frankly, surprised me. In a 2009 study,1 those 65 and older lead all other generational groups in Read More »

Findings could spoil current approaches to an Alzheimer’s cure

In a new study published in Biological Psychiatry, by Elsevier, researchers have related findings that are emerging from brain imaging scans to Read More »

What I learned in Dallas

The weekend was an amazing experience of witnessing selflessness, cooperation, extreme attention to detail, and how professionals of like interests can help and support each other and the industry that is their vocation and, in many cases, their avocation as well. Read More »

Skilled Nursing Investment Forum receives ‘overwhelming’ response

“News is news, but what do you do about it?” Turn to LTL for depth, analysis, perspective. It takes around 700 people to make Bob Kramer smile. Read More »

A transformation

Overcoming site challenges paves way for Deupree complex Read More »

“Small house” design rules in DESIGN 2010

Every year, as part of our DESIGN coverage, our jurors participate in a roundtable discussion. This year, they met with DESIGN Editor Maureen Read More »

Product Focus

Balance/Mobility Program Biodex Medical Systems has introduced a new Balance and Mobility Program for older adults in senior care settings. The Read More »

Distressed properties

At a glance… When evaluating a distressed property there are several questions that need to be addressed, including diagnosing problems, evaluating Read More »

What are you doing to retain staff?

As an ombudsman volunteer for the past six plus years, I have witnessed the effects of short staffing and have also heard many of the complaints Read More »

Obstacles and Solutions in real-world design

Problems overcome with creativity, ingenuity Read More »

The Something-for-Everyone Channel

I wish the act of writing was more like curling-the Olympic sport, not the hairstyling ritual. I would just pick up a word, stare at it for a few Read More »

Reducing the risk of accidental hangings, entrapment

At a glance… Accidental deaths by hanging and entrapment should refocus nurse leaders' efforts on the important job of providing a safe environment Read More »

Medicaid funding teetering on ‘fiscal cliff’

At a glance… State Medicaid program and reimbursement levels are in jeopardy of significant reductions as the continued economic downturn fuels Read More »

Getting used to structured living

As a new resident 14 years ago, I wondered how I would get used to the nursing home's way of doing things. I thought my life here would be Read More »

Benefits of ‘green’ cleaning

At a glance… Knollwood's decision to adopt a sustainable “green” cleaning strategy is based on the belief that a program rooted in best practices Read More »

Design 2010 Citation of Merit Winners

Design Environments for Aging 2010: A behind-the-scenes look at six outstanding projects Read More »

Suicide Prevention

My mom and her good friend, Marion, just returned from their annual weeklong winter cruise in the Caribbean. Their adventure ended with some Read More »