Technologic advances are reshaping the way all Americans live. A recent story in U.S. News & World Report singled out seven advances that will specifically affect seniors.
A drug problem
By
John Hall
Apr 01, 2016
Managing medications poses complex challenges in senior living
New currency?
By
John Hall
Apr 01, 2016
Health information is becoming increasingly valuable in this sector, thanks to its many uses.
It’s a rare operator who is not harnessing tech tools to help improve care and the bottom line.
Margin prophets
By
Julie E. Williamson
Apr 01, 2016
Increasingly, lender are helping operators unearth new business opportunities
Fitbits can be used to determine residents’ physical activity levels
By
John O'Connor
Apr 01, 2016
A Fitbit activity monitoring device can be used to measure how physically active your residents are, a new study suggests.
Blending into the neighborhood
By
John Andrews
Apr 01, 2016
The Scandinavian Living Center brings people together in a community where ‘seniors’ don’t exist, but ‘elders’ hold an esteemed position
You’ve got questions? … We’ve got answers.
By
Jim Moore
Apr 01, 2016
Will minimum wage increases significantly affect my operations this year and beyond?
Program trims visits to the ER
By
John O'Connor
Apr 01, 2016
A pilot program involving Brookdale Senior Living shows that non-skilled operators can improve care quality while beating nursing homes on price.
NIC speakers: Good fit is key going forward
By
John O'Connor
Mar 10, 2016
The secret to success in senior living may be as simple and as difficult as finding the right fit, according to speakers at the 2016 NIC Spring Investment Forum.
Speakers predict design, service, financing trends in senior living
By
Lois A. Bowers
Mar 09, 2016
Senior living, real estate management and banking professionals shared their thoughts on design, service and financing trends during a NIC 2016 Spring Investment Forum session.