Long-term care costs contributing to retirement saving challenges, senator says
By
Lois A. Bowers
Sep 07, 2016
“Expensive long-term care” is one of the factors contributing to a $7.7 trillion gap in what Americans need for retirement and what they actually have saved, Sen. Susan Collins, chairwoman...
HCBS confusion could harm assisted living providers, senators tell CMS
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Lois A. Bowers
Sep 07, 2016
Confusion surrounding the provision of home- and community-based services under a final rule issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services in 2014 may limit the ability of assisted living and...
McKnight’s Fall Online Expo returns Sept. 22
By
Lois A. Bowers
Sep 07, 2016
The McKnight’s Fall Online Expo will return for a fourth year on Sept. 22 with sessions and a virtual exhibit hall. Attendees can earn up to three continuing education credits at the free event.
Researchers develop ‘Fitbit on steroids’ for people with dementia
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Lois A. Bowers
Sep 06, 2016
Researchers at the Missouri University of Science and Technology have developed what they are calling a “Fitbit on steroids,” a wearable sensing device that can track the activities and behavior...
Improve job quality to improve staffing issues, report authors state
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Lois A. Bowers
Sep 06, 2016
Improving pay, benefits and working conditions in long-term care will be critical to attracting and keeping workers to meet demand in a tightening labor market, according to the Paraprofessional Healthcare...
Brookdale unveils $4 million website redesign
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Lois A. Bowers
Sep 06, 2016
Brookdale Senior Living has spent $4 million to date redesigning its website after analyzing millions of visits to its former site, interviewing consumers and reviewing other types of websites with which...
Electric fans may be harmful to seniors in extreme conditions, study finds
By
Lois A. Bowers
Sep 06, 2016
In the waning days of summer, residents who turn to electric fans to find relief from high heat and humidity may be doing themselves more harm than good, according to the findings of a new study.
Program engages residents with technology
By
Lois A. Bowers
Sep 05, 2016
A pioneering program at an Arizona senior living community has enabled residents to learn new skills, strengthen bonds with family members and connect with staff members and fellow residents in new ways.
How to avoid political minefields at work
By
Lois A. Bowers
Sep 06, 2016
With nine weeks left until election day, senior living communities may be wondering how best to handle workplace tension related to politics. A new survey shows how some organizations are handling it.
Seniors increasingly working in gig economy, study notes
By
Lois A. Bowers
Sep 05, 2016
Many senior living residents who order a car through new ride-hailing options from Uber and Lyft may find a fellow older adult behind the steering wheel. An increasing number of seniors are supplementing...