Once seen as a luxury, tech tools are increasingly viewed as an essential part of running an up-to-date senior living organization. Few operational areas are not affected by new breakthroughs.
Being pro-active
By
Julie E. Williamson
Oct 01, 2014
Once just the domain of bingo, bridge and crafts, activity programs are taking a more central role in helping residents add joy and meaning to their lives.
Out of the data silo
Dec 01, 2014
Interoperability, data analytics and intervention models are giving providers a new way to use healthcare information technology to decrease rehospitalization rates.
On the constant lookout
By
John Andrews
Oct 01, 2014
Thanks to a combination of technology, education and protocols, senior living communities and families can keep a closer eye on those served
Overcoming objections
By
Kimberly Marselas
Dec 01, 2015
When it comes to bathing residents with special needs, many long-term care facilities find themselves in a slippery situation.
Analysis of antiseptics
By
Kimberly Marselas
Dec 01, 2014
Data-driven strategies, acute-care solutions and natural ingredients will become increasingly important in the battle against HAIs and communicable diseases.
A drug problem
By
John Hall
Apr 01, 2016
Managing medications poses complex challenges in senior living
The best of both worlds
By
Julie E. Williamson
Aug 01, 2014
Safety or autonomy? That has been the historic choice when it comes to resident security. But new tools are now making both possible
Staying connected
Feb 01, 2015
Residents with Alzheimer’s disease and other memory-related challenges deserve enriching activities and options. Senior living veterans offer ideas that can help
Awash in benefits
By
Julie E. Williamson
Feb 01, 2016
Old notions of bath time are being replaced by spas and other upgrades that challenge the status quo.