As the senior care industry continues to evolve, the demand for personalized wellness services has grown significantly. By tailoring serv... Read More »
Recent years have seen tremendous advancements in the field of artificial intelligence (AI), but public response to the technology has be... Read More »
Implementing an effective infection prevention and control program that includes a strong antibiotic stewardship program isn’t the sole p... Read More »
In the Core Elements of Antibiotic Stewardship for Nursing Homes, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) identifies the ref... Read More »
The holidays can be tough times for senior care residents, especially if they have lost loved ones or aren’t able to spend the holidays w... Read More »
Effective leadership is the cornerstone of a thriving senior care community, with the board of directors serving as its strategic backbon... Read More »
At Heritage Pointe of Warren, a senior living community in Warren, Indiana, strategically placed displays work to trigger residents’ memo... 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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 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 »
Change is inherent in the senior care industry, but it’s also a tremendous challenge that leaders must successfully navigate. New program... Read More »
Senior care communities depend on their staff to provide quality care, and absences can have a significant impact on residents and remain... Read More »
