Student loan debt threatens financial security of older adults: report
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 08, 2017
The long-term financial security of many older Americans is being threatened by an unexpected source — student loan debt — according to a new report from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
Provider sees onsite daycare as worker retainment tool
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 05, 2017
Can an onsite daycare center help attract and keep workers at a senior living community in a competitive market? A Minnesota operator hopes so.
Lawsuit withdrawn for death after fall from senior living balcony
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 05, 2017
The son of a Missouri senior living resident who died after falling off her apartment balcony has withdrawn his lawsuit against the community because his sister is facing a murder charge in an unrelated...
Senior living continues to see job growth, although rate is slowing
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 05, 2017
The senior living industry has been among the top industries for post-recession job creation, and employment in the industry continues to increase, although the overall rate of growth is slowing, according...
Mediterranean diet, but not eating more fish, linked to brain health
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Lois A. Bowers
Jan 04, 2017
A diet highlighting fruits, vegetables, olive oil, beans and cereal grains such as wheat and rice helps older adults maintain brain health, according to the results of a new study. Contrary to earlier...
Dementia more common in people who live near highways
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Lois A. Bowers
Jan 04, 2017
People who live near major state or interstate highways have a greater risk of developing dementia than those who live farther away, according to a new study of 6.6 million people.
$8.86 million False Claims Act settlement set state record for 2016, government says
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 04, 2017
A case involving the country’s biggest private owner and operator of independent living communities for older adults was the largest single civil collection resolved by the U.S. Attorney’s...
Provider settles EEOC lawsuit for $300,000 after firing workers for not getting flu shots
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 03, 2017
A Pennsylvania health center has agreed to pay $300,000 in back pay and compensatory damages after firing six employees who objected to a flu vaccination policy on religious grounds, the U.S. Equal Employment...
Senior living resident won’t be charged in death of fellow resident
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 03, 2017
A 77-year-old resident of a Virginia assisted living community will not be indicted for an incident that resulted in the death of a fellow resident, state authorities have announced.
CCRC launches interactive map, virtual tour
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 03, 2017
In an effort to provide convenience and respond to the increasing technologic capabilities of residents, prospective residents and their families, a Florida continuing care retirement / life plan community...