Senior care communities constantly face the challenge of attracting new residents. This task becomes even more difficult when the communi... Read More »
Farm to table dining has emerged as a transformative approach in senior care, prioritizing fresh, locally sourced ingredients and creatin... Read More »
As the nursing home industry emerges from the challenges of the pandemic, Marcum’s 2024 Three-Year Nursing Home Statistical Review reveal... Read More »
It’s no secret that making art can be relaxing and enjoyable. But art offers many other valuable benefits to senior care residents. Throu... Read More »
The pandemic and the resulting social isolation highlighted just how important in-person interaction is for emotional well-being, particu... Read More »
Technology use is evolving rapidly in the senior care industry with new advancements allowing for innovative technology applications. The... Read More »
Hearing loss is a common issue among older adults, but research shows it may do more than just affect hearing. A recent study published i... Read More »
As healthcare systems brace for an escalating nursing shortage, the industry faces critical staffing challenges in the decade ahead. The ... Read More »
Resident aggression is a common challenge in residential senior care communities, but it’s particularly prevalent in residential memory c... Read More »
Tuberculosis (TB) is a serious bacterial infection that poses a significant threat to health, especially in environments like senior care... Read More »
Senior care community designers are tasked with creating environments that cater to the unique needs of older adults. While their primary... Read More »
Risk management is paramount in senior care, but it takes on heightened significance in memory care settings. The complex challenges pose... Read More »
Emory Integrated Memory Care in Atlanta is one of nearly 400 participants to participate in a new Medicare alternative payment model as p... Read More »
As the frequency and extremity of severe weather events in the United States increases, so does the risk of property damage or even total... Read More »
Moving into a memory care community marks a significant transition for a resident’s family, bringing emotional challenges and adjustments... Read More »
Sustainability is a growing conversation in the senior care industry, with concerns about climate change prompting senior care communitie... Read More »
Exit interviews are a crucial element of an employee’s departure process. When conducted effectively, they offer valuable insights into t... Read More »
While many studies have examined the effects of loneliness, those studies have only focused on the effects of loneliness at a single time... Read More »
Patient transitions from acute to post-hospital care are full of challenges. Conveying information and records, ensuring that senior care... Read More »
As hurricane frequency and intensity increases, emergency preparedness and response are of heightened importance in the senior care indus... Read More »
Food service professionals are vital to the success of senior care communities. They not only ensure a quality dining experience, but the... Read More »
Dining plays a key role in senior care residents’ lives. Not only are meals essential to health and wellness, they also provide a valuabl... Read More »
While many industries are impacted by changing economical conditions, the senior care industry remains resilient and is poised for tremen... Read More »
Technology plays a key role in senior care community healthcare, staffing, resident social connections, and more. But it’s also increasin... Read More »
The Director of Nursing (DON) role is an inherently challenging one, but those who find themselves newly appointed to a DON role in a sen... Read More »
The United Health Foundation has released the America’s Health Rankings 2024 Senior Report, which highlights healthcare needs and challen... Read More »
The growth of telehealth, Zoom, and other technologies in senior care communities means internet connectivity needs are changing, too. Se... Read More »
After a hospital stay, patients often rely on skilled nursing facilities or home health agencies for post-acute care. A new study publish... Read More »
