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Senior living operator stole from residents, indictment alleges

By

John O'Connor

November 22, 2019

Arizona prosecutors this week charged a man who once operated several senior living communities with 14 counts of theft and one count of fraud. Jerone Davis formerly ran Rancho Verde Care Homes, the documents allege.

Many working women saving little for retirement years

By

John O'Connor

November 22, 2019

Women employed in senior living appear to be far less prepared for retirement than their male counterparts, a new report suggests.

This may explain why some residents live way beyond 100

By

John O'Connor

November 22, 2019

A healthy diet, regular exercise and adequate rest can help your residents live longer. But to reach 110 or more years, they may need a secret weapon. And that weapon appears to be a rare type of T helper cell in their blood, according to a new study.

149 senior living communities named ‘Caring Stars of 2020’

By

Lois A. Bowers

November 21, 2019

A total of 149 senior living communities in 36 states are being recognized as “Caring Stars of 2020” by Caring.com, the senior living review and referral website announced this morning.

Editors' Columns

Such an obvious way to improve recruitment and retention

By

John O'Connor

November 21, 2019

When it comes to finding and keeping workers, are you getting the word out about what sets senior living apart from the Amazons and Costcos of the world?

‘Silver wave’ is about more than future residents, reports suggest

By

Lois A. Bowers

November 18, 2019

Mention the baby boomer-related demographic forces that could be a boon for senior living operators in the coming years, and most minds in the industry turn to prospective residents. Two recent reports, however, suggest that baby boomers of traditional retirement age offer an opportunity of a different sort right now.

Guest Column

Industry must evolve with needs, demands of growing older adult population

By

Len Weiser

November 18, 2019

Things have changes, and senior living communities can’t continue to do things the way they have always done them.

Marketplace Column

4 hydration tips for older adults

By

Jane Hinton

November 21, 2019

Older adults become dehydrated more quickly than younger people. Understanding the reasons for this challenge can prevent it from happening.

Company News

Thrive Senior Living expands with first location in Maryland

Thrive Senior Living’s first community in Maryland, Tribute at Melford in Bowie, MD, will celebrate its grand opening Thursday evening, the company announced.

LGBTQ-supported senior housing project announced in Boston

A former school building in Boston will be converted to 74 income-restricted rental units for LGBTQ adults aged 62 or more years, along with gallery space, an arts studio, community gardens and recreational space.

Product News

Touchtown releases activity management feature

Touchtown has released a new activity management feature of its Community Apps product designed to streamline event registration, the organization announced Wednesday,

In Focus

Comedy as communication aid

October 30, 2019

Fellowship Community recently presented a dementia improvisation learning experience for care partners of those living with dementia. Find out more, and learn how to submit your photos!

TOP NEWS

Senior living operator stole from residents, indictment alleges

Many working women saving little for retirement years

This may explain why some residents live way beyond 100

149 senior living communities named ‘Caring Stars of 2020’

Editors' Columns

Such an obvious way to improve recruitment and retention

‘Silver wave’ is about more than future residents, reports suggest

Guest Column

Industry must evolve with needs, demands of growing older adult population

Marketplace Column

4 hydration tips for older adults

Company News

Thrive Senior Living expands with first location in Maryland

LGBTQ-supported senior housing project announced in Boston

Product News

Touchtown releases activity management feature

In Focus

Comedy as communication aid

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