We’re shocked, shocked, that turnover is such a big challenge
Another day, another confirmation of why senior living has a serious labor problem on its hands.
Editors’ Columns
What should we do about long-term care?
It was the comment heard around the world. Well, around the United States. OK, maybe just among those in the long-term care arena and some political junkies.
Winds of change coming our way, or just hot air?
Will 2020 be good or bad for senior living organizations? It’s a good question. Here’s a good answer.
Together, we can address loneliness in senior living
Eighty-five percent of independent living residents interviewed for a recent small study reported moderate to severe levels of loneliness. The residents also shared some techniques to manage it that may help other older adults and those who serve and care for them, however.
John O'Connor's Columns
Senior living field getting antsy over ANSI?
A largely unnoticed development now has more than a few operators wondering whether the Trojan Horse carrying federal rules has arrived. But in this case, the proverbial steed was always inside the gate.
Where did the years go?
Ever have one of those “where did the years go?” moments?
The amazing people among us
Dozens of senior living residents took their final breath week. Margaret Lawrence was among them. But she was no ordinary face in the crowd.
Once more, with feeling
Last year’s inaugural McKnight’s Women of Distinction awards program honored more than 40 well-deserving professionals. And now nominations are open for the second year of the program, so that more women can be recognized.
Such an obvious way to improve recruitment and retention
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?
Courting disaster on the senior living labor front?
Two recent developments show that finding and keeping competent staff soon might become more challenging than ever.
An expensive way to offer career advice
Having a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day? John Saracino probably has you beat.
Does your senior living organization have an alignment problem?
Not one session at the three major trade shows this fall addressed alignment. And frankly, there may not be a more important issue facing operators today.
Take it from women: career advancement often stymied
Breaking through the glass ceiling is only one part of the career-advancement challenge many women must face.
Does senior living have a bullying problem?
Workplace bullies have mastered the art of making others feel threatened and miserable. And if a recent poll is to be believed, they are in ample supply these days.
The government can giveth, or taketh away
Anyone who gets into bed with the government had best sleep with one eye open.
When senior living employees can’t or won’t save for retirement
We often hear about senior living employers who do little to help employees plan for retirement. Now let’s talk about the other side of the coin: workers who ignore what’s available.
No surprise why this event was a SMASH-ing success
There are quite a few reasons why this week’s Senior Care Sales & Marketing Summit attracted an overflow crowd.
‘Part of doing things better is going to involve doing some things fundamentally differently’
As challenging, interesting and thought-provoking as NIC Talk presentations tend to be, they often take a back seat to what is said before and afterward.
Senior living operators, be careful with this new superpower
An obsession with numbers can have a real downside.
Looking to cut costs? Consider yourself late to the game
An almost universal interest in cost reduction has suddenly gripped the business sector.
Rethinking the role of senior living leadership, one hire at a time
The way many organizations fill in their executive ranks leaves more than a bit to be desired.
Show me the … discretionary bonus?
Senior living organizations are finding they are not alone when it comes to holding the line on salary upgrades.
Senior living is a pawn in the game of partisan politics
The current winner-takes-all mood may be giving you a condition that might be described as labor management whiplash.
These no-shows are enough to make you sick
We’re hearing a lot these days about how difficult it is to find enough workers. But the discussion often overlooks a related problem.
Lois Bowers' Columns
Put fighting ageism on your action plan for 2020
The top five types of ageist behavior in American occur in the workplace, according to a new survey.
A great holiday gift for the women in your work life
Looking for a last-minute gift for a female colleague? Or maybe you’re a woman seeking a holiday splurge for yourself. Or perhaps you’re trying to think of a way to ring in the new year at work. Here’s a great idea.
Long-Term Care Equality Index proceeds to next phase
Now is the time to allay fears and leave no doubt in the minds of current and prospective LGBTQ residents that they will be treated well.
Holiday gifts we would give if we could — and maybe we can
A new survey finds that half of us wish we could give certain “intangible” gifts to those we care about. But we can give at least some of these gifts to our family members, friends or co-workers. In fact, maybe we already are.
‘Silver wave’ is about more than future residents, reports suggest
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.
Not so sure about that ‘silver wave’
Yes, the aging of the baby boomers may result in a “silver wave” of residents moving into senior living communities, but one investor is urging caution. And independent living “may be left out to dry,” he says.
Former LeadingAge CEO Larry Minnix has some advice for the assisted living sector
“Get your act together and create a quality movement,” said former LeadingAge President and CEO Larry Minnix.
Older adults: Images, reality don’t always match
A new campaign by AARP and Getty Images certainly fits nicely with LeadingAge’s important vision to “permanently change the image of aging in our society,” but it was another organization that came to my mind when I heard about this new effort.
Is all of senior living embracing a medical model?
“How many of you still believe you only provide hospitality?” When Juniper Communities founder and CEO Lynne Katzmann posed that question to the approximately 260 people attending NCAL Day on Sunday, nobody raised a hand.
What you need to know about flu vaccination
Here are some important takeaways about influenza vaccination from my conversation with the medical director of the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases.
Women taking more seats in the boardroom
Women are making strides in gaining seats on corporate boards, at least according to one measure.
Reason for hope as World Alzheimer’s Month continues
Days before World Alzheimer’s Day, which was Saturday, some bad news arrived about the search for a treatment. But there still are reasons for hope in the battle against Alzheimer’s.
Just the beginning for middle market push
We’ve read — and McKnight’s Senior Living has written — much about the growing need for senior housing for middle-income older adults since April. Interest has not abated.
This may be your last chance to stamp out Alzheimer’s this way
Time is running out to support Alzheimer’s disease research and care through the purchase of a special stamp via the U.S. Postal Service.
Affordable options for the middle class
As the senior living industry looks to find ways to serve the silver wave of baby boomers, including those in the middle market, all ideas should be on the table as potential solutions. Ever heard of the Dymaxion House?
‘A modern standard for corporate responsibility’
Several CEOs recently committed to delivering value not just to shareholders but also to their customers, employees, suppliers and communities.
Good news in the fight against ageism
A recent study has good news for older adults and those who serve them.
Diversity ‘even more critical’ in senior living
Companies operating in senior living increasingly are taking steps to make their boards and C-suites look more like the customers they serve and the workers who serve them. It’s a smart and welcome approach.
The wave after the silver one
The “silver wave” of baby boomers hasn’t even hit yet — the oldest boomers won’t even turn 80 for another seven years — and yet one company is looking past that wave to the next one.
Have a workplace wellness plan? Pay attention
If your organization has a wellness plan for employees, then you’ll be interested in a class action lawsuit the AARP Foundation filed Tuesday.
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