Two documentaries could bring attention, not all of it wanted
By
Lois A. Bowers
May 13, 2024
The past couple of weeks have brought news of two upcoming documentaries that promise to shine a spotlight on senior living, warts and all.
The importance of resident data in senior living communities
By
David Sawyer
Apr 11, 2024
The senior living industry faces challenges in effectively capturing resident data, leading to inefficiencies, missed opportunities and potential resident churn. Within these challenges, however, lies...
Are you making mental health a priority?
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 09, 2023
A recently published survey of 1,005 US adults by Forbes Health/OnePoll found that most plan to try to improve their mental health in 2023. “Improve mental health” was the most-cited new year’s resolution...
A good time for going to the dogs?
By
John O'Connor
Sep 10, 2015
Dogs are awesome. But don’t take my word for it. Take Harvard’s.
The mental health toll of COVID-19 — and what you can do about it
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jul 13, 2020
It should come as no surprise to anyone reading this column that the pandemic has had mental health effects on workers. Recent research on the topic may surprise you, however.
The positive powers of play
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 18, 2016
One senior living community has found a new way to take advantage of the good weather while improving the physical and mental health of residents.
Powerful tools to protect employees’ mental well-being
By
Andrea Griesmar
Nov 22, 2021
When Brightview Senior Living began to see telltale signs of fatigue, stress and burnout, the company created a mental health initiative called “Roadmap to Mental Well-Being.”
Technology-enabled behavioral healthcare experiences are here to stay
By
Michael Gorton
Oct 28, 2021
Behavioral telehealth prepares residents in assisted living communities, residential centers and nursing homes for life after COVID-19.
Tai Chi for seniors: Achieving better balance
By
Cindy Harrigan
Sep 09, 2015
Tai Chi has been shown to help with falls prevention and offers other health benefits.
Mental healthcare for our workers is essential
By
Tom Grape
Oct 16, 2023
The emotional and economic value of providing mental healthcare access to workers and their families is tangible and measurable. It’s also the right thing to do.