How is it that in my 11 years of writing about the long-term care profession, which has been talking about the coming “silver wave” of baby boomers all that time (and more), I don’t recall ever hearing...
The courage of her convictions
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jul 08, 2022
Response to Juniper Communities’ new reimbursement policy for reproductive healthcare so far has been “phenomenally good,” according to the company’s CEO.
The past, present and future of senior living
By
Lois A. Bowers
Oct 26, 2015
The value of the LeadingAge Ziegler 150 report, eagerly anticipated by senior living providers every year, goes far beyond its lists of the largest community owners, operators and managers.
Give flu vaccination a shot
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 16, 2018
This year’s flu statistics are scary. Vaccination could protect you, co-workers, residents and the livelihood of your senior living community.
This gift helps residents and staff avoid scams
By
Lois A. Bowers
Dec 20, 2021
At a time of year when many of us are purchasing gift cards to enable loved ones to buy something of their choosing, data from the Federal Trade Commission reveal that, increasingly, criminals are separating...
Say it loud, say it proud
By
Lois A. Bowers
Aug 02, 2021
Let’s celebrate those workplaces where a high level of vaccination has been achieved and those employees who have taken this step to protect themselves and those they serve.
How to work wellness into the workplace
By
Lois A. Bowers
Sep 12, 2016
A recent study suggests a new reason to walk in the workplace.
Sometimes being a good neighbor is simple
By
Lois A. Bowers
Sep 17, 2018
As peak hurricane season loomed, one senior living organization shared hurricane preparedness tips with local older adults who still live at home, their families and first responders.
How older adults — perhaps surprisingly — have fared during the pandemic
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 11, 2022
Results of a Kaiser Family Foundation poll released this week reveal the perhaps surprising resilience of older adults during the pandemic.
How to sleep tight when traveling
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 17, 2017
If you’re headed to a major senior living conference this year, you may find a new “best of” cities list of interest. But this is a list that no city wants to be on.