Human interaction, technology can help older adults be independent longer
By
Robert Rae
Oct 17, 2024
So how do you get hesitant adopters to become technology embracers?
More news for Wednesday, Oct 9
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Oct 09, 2024
Humanity hitting upper limit of life expectancy … Mentally stimulating activities linked to slower cognitive decline in older adults … AI assistive technology could support independent living residents...
Plan ahead to keep pace with connectivity needs of health technology for residents
By
Todd Johnstone
Oct 03, 2024
As the healthcare landscape continues to evolve, senior living communities must prioritize connectivity to ensure the experience and well-being of their residents.
Innovative volunteer programs enhance engagement, well-being in senior living communities
By
Frances M. Hawes, PhD, MS
Lydia O’Hara
Michael Shumacher
Sep 30, 2024
Senior living communities can create effective volunteer programs that enhance the well-being of both residents and volunteers.
Tabitha designs intergenerational community to fight loneliness within 2 generations
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Sep 27, 2024
Older adults share their living space alongside college students in a senior living community designed to fight loneliness in the two generations.
Competing on price — and quality
By
John O'Connor
Sep 19, 2024
There’s a productive way for providers to shift the conversation to get older adults to consider senior living.
More news for Wednesday, Sept. 18
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Sep 18, 2024
Democratic lawmakers press Brookdale, Ensign, NHC on exec pay … Report highlights digital literacy trends, health equity, insight from older adults … AI tools help older adults adapt to changes in...
In-person contact more effective than digital contact in lessening loneliness in older adults
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Aug 30, 2024
In-person contact is most effective in lessening loneliness in older adults, working better than phoning, emailing or texting, according to a new study published this week in The Journals of Gerontology:...
Business briefs, Aug. 30
By
John Roszkowski
Lois A. Bowers
Aug 30, 2024
Capital lending and the growing senior living housing crisis … New Jersey assisted living community first in state to receive Joint Commission accreditation … Brio Living Services recognized for HR...
Sensory disabilities tied to worse subsequent mental health in seniors
By
Haymarket Media
Aug 28, 2024
Increased risk for low self-rated mental health and loneliness symptoms were seen for older adults with more sensory disabilities.