Winter’s end and spring’s increase in daylight hours are typically uplifting events. Yet for many seniors, spring can trigger or exacerbate the dark feelings and lethargy of depression. Read More »
In 1980, President Jimmy Carter designated May as Older Americans Month, originally called Senior Citizens Month by President John F. Kennedy in 1963. Read More »
Kathy Greenlee, who is the current assistant secretary for aging, will also serve as administrator of the new Administration for Community Living. Read More »
Beth did not know we had to be careful about what we picked because of how the facility does laundry. I told her it is difficult for the laundry staff to follow the care guides on personal clothing, so we had to allow a little sizing leeway because of possible shrinkage. Read More »
The new program aims to provide a system to “educate, encourage, promote, and recognize improvements that make cities, towns, and counties more user-friendly not only for their older residents but for residents of all ages,” according to the release. Read More »
In addition to managing your transportation operation more efficiently and less expensively, consider such options as subcontracting and turning your vehicles into revenue generators. Read More »
The LeadingAge Center for Applied Research will study the role that publicly assisted, service-enriched housing for older adults can play in helping residents "age in place." Read More »
As the Greatest Generation begins its curtain call, the Baby Boomers are waiting in the wings of the long-term care theater. Providers need to begin changing their settings now--There is no intermission. Read More »
It’s the small, everyday details that send messages to residents and their guests. These details may truly be invisible to providers and staff who have developed habits in a familiar work environment. Read More »
Observe these four theories and my hypothetical long-term care scenarios. Who knows, this could be you—and who wants to ignore an opportunity to save money and build morale? Read More »
Although this seems to be a quirky and light-hearted story, there are business and resident safety consequences associated with Santa Monica’s decision to ticket the Sunrise Senior Living van out of sight. Read More »
Photo by St. Leonard staff The Franciscan Wellness Center fitness room at St. Leonard Franciscan Living Community in Centerville, Ohio A community Read More »
A few years ago, many assisted living facility (ALF) owners had the idea that with the looming baby boomer retirement wave about to hit “if you Read More »
My adjustable home care bed was put in storage 15 years ago, when I first moved into a nursing home. I then had to sleep in one of the facility’s Read More »
Thanksgiving is a day when loved ones gather to reflect and appreciate the blessings in our lives. It is also the official kickoff of the holiday Read More »
You might appreciate an update on a new strategy that I’ve implemented with clients in response to Medicare cuts—and the response from referral Read More »
The warnings have been well reported up to this point. Unfortunately, providers have little say in the matters of Medicaid and the transformations Read More »
A couple of weeks ago two nurses came in my room before breakfast and said they were giving flu shots. When I asked if I could get mine sitting up, I Read More »
When I was growing up I became listless and tired every fall. For many years I thought it had something to do with school starting again. But when Read More »
Larry Limbaugh, Spirituality Director at Winter Park Care & Rehabilitation Center, received a box of date-filled butter cookies called Ma'amouls Read More »
There are a few trends right now threatening both facilities’ skilled and overall census. One of the most significant trends: With increasing Read More »
The other day, as I was being pushed to breakfast in my dead power chair, I wondered what was wrong with it and how much it would cost to be fixed. Read More »
When a resident requires dialysis, it can be an emotional and logistical nightmare. Not only does the resident have the inconvenience and discomfort Read More »
