Most older adults are not using digital technology for health-related purposes, limiting its ability to improve the quality, cost and safety of their healthcare, according to new research.
Alligator attack suspected in senior living resident death
By
Lois A. Bowers
Aug 02, 2016
A South Carolina senior living community resident has died after apparently being attacked by an alligator. And the incident is not the first one in the United States this year involving a senior living...
How to improve the appearance and feel of your senior living community
By
Michael Putnam
Aug 01, 2016
If you’re looking to be more competitive with other senior living communities, there are budget-friendly ways to improve its appearance and amenities.
‘Pokemon Go’ helps senior living residents connect to younger relatives
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jul 27, 2016
A Texas retirement and assisted living community is tapping into a cultural phenomenon as a way to help residents connect with their younger family members and maybe get a little exercise in the process.
Senior living organization, nursing school collaboration ‘breaks new ground’
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jul 26, 2016
A new collaboration between a senior living organization and a nursing school, launched with a $1.2 million gift, aims to improve the health of older adults, educate students about the elderly, and conduct...
Assisted living owner accused in historic $1 billion healthcare fraud scheme
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Lois A. Bowers
Jul 24, 2016
The owner of more than 30 Miami-area assisted living and skilled nursing facilities was charged with conspiracy, obstruction, money laundering and healthcare fraud in connection with a $1 billion scheme...
HUD expands internet access program for low-income seniors
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jul 20, 2016
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has announced an expansion of its ConnectHome program to make high-speed internet access more readily available and affordable to senior citizens and...
Adult children vital to senior living move-ins
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jul 18, 2016
Marketing to the adult children of prospective residents is crucial to the success of senior living communities, according to an analysis by Caring.com.
Pill organizers pose danger to senior living residents
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jul 06, 2016
Independent living and assisted living community residents, many of whom manage their own medications, risk falls, sickness and even hospitalization if they use pill organizers, according to newly published...
NIC: Rough road ahead for independent living?
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jul 06, 2016
Data released Wednesday by the National Investment Center for Seniors Housing & Care’s MAP Data Service indicate a potentially rough road ahead for independent living operators.