It’s not exactly a secret that the field could do a better job of luring good candidates and making sure they do their jobs well. So why isn’t that happening? In a word, economics.
Home care: Senior living’s frenemy?
By
John O'Connor
Jun 10, 2021
These days, more operators are wondering whether home care is likely to become a friend or foe. Here’s the answer.
Senior living braces for a workplace shift
By
John O'Connor
Jan 28, 2021
From strictly a policy perspective, President Trump was more of a business person’s ally. But he was defeated by a man who promised to bring a lot of change. And this week we got a real taste of how...
Focus On briefs: Resident security
Oct 20, 2020
The latest about TekTone, CarePredict and Kisco Senior Living.
For homebound seniors, these tech tools can help restore independence
By
John O'Connor
Sep 25, 2020
Old age is said to bring wisdom. But it can steal many things, too, particularly when it comes to independent living. Fortunately, emerging tech tools are helping to compensate for some of the larcenies...
Business briefs for Thursday, July 9
Jul 09, 2020
Healthpeak Properties publishes annual ESG report … Monticello provides $3 million for a 336-bed SNF… Oaks at Algonquin construction begins… K4Connect raises additional capital
Give yourself a break
By
John O'Connor
Jul 09, 2020
Your opportunity to create some great news for your organization is literally one click away.
McKnight’s 40 for 40: Majd Alwan, Ph.D.
By
John O'Connor
Mar 23, 2020
Senior living once was considered more high-touch than high-tech. No person has done more to change that perception than Majd Alwan, Ph.D.
More senior living operators embracing electronic health options, study finds
By
John O'Connor
Mar 04, 2020
More assisted living operators are harnessing electronic health record systems and participating in health information exchanges, a report backed by the National Center for Health Statistics has found.
Caregiving robots should carry a warning label, author suggests
By
John O'Connor
Dec 16, 2019
Many senior living operators see caregiving robots as a betterment tool for care and staffing. But will their integration fuel relationship concerns and moral hazards?