Senior living’s value proposition is changing, but providers can adapt and stay relevant, expert says
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
May 10, 2024
The senior living industry is suffering from a trust and image problem, as well as a data problem. But it’s still possible for the sector to adapt to emerging technology trends to reshape its future.
Assisted living staff need training to recognize, intervene in resident-to-resident aggression: study
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
May 08, 2024
A high prevalence of resident-to-resident aggression in assisted living communities points to a need for staff member training to recognize the causes of that aggression as well as clearer policy guidance...
Medicaid Access Rule shortcomings could decrease access to care, industry advocates say
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Apr 23, 2024
No guarantee exists that a final rule that the federal government promoted as increasing transparency in Medicaid payments and improving wages for direct care workers will accomplish either goal, senior...
Remote-controlled robots being tested to assess residents living with dementia
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Sep 28, 2021
Health practitioners in Scotland are piloting a remote-controlled robot to assess the physical and cognitive health of care home residents with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.
Array of tech helps senior living communities address industry challenges
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Apr 18, 2022
Senior living providers are creatively implementing technology to address challenges related to workforce shortages, improve resident satisfaction, prevent falls, improve health and safety outcomes and...
Robots and drones: How the pandemic is shaping the use of technology for seniors
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Apr 29, 2020
New technology is being called into service to address challenges related to social isolation and wellness presented by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Self-driving vehicles to deliver prescriptions in Houston pilot next month
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
May 29, 2020
CVS Pharmacy is partnering with Silicon Valley robotics company Nuro to test prescription delivery via self-driving vehicles in the Houston area in June.
People in the news, Jan. 12
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jan 12, 2021
Appointments, promotions and news at Acts Retirement–Life Communities, Ascension Living, Carmel Valley Manor, CareOne, Cypress Living, Discovery Senior Living, Erickson Living, the Fountains in Calhoun,...
People in the news, June 23
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jun 23, 2020
Appointments and promotions at AG Architecture, Cadence Living, Claiborne Senior Living, Consulate Health Care, Green Courte Partners, Lighthouse Senior Living, MediTelecare, the Watermark at Brooklyn...
People in the news, March 23
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Mar 23, 2021
Appointments, promotions and other news at Beztak, Bridges by EPOCH, Discovery Senior Living, Integral Senior Living, Landis Communities, Legacy Healthcare Services, LTC Properties, Maplewood Senior Living,...