Assisted living communities in more danger of closing than nursing homes
By
Lois A. Bowers
May 09, 2022
Almost 20% (19.5%) of assisted living providers in Minnesota responding to a recent poll said they may be forced to close or sell facilities due to “dire financial conditions.”
Increasing independent living presence on many operators’ to-do lists: NIC
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
May 06, 2022
Half of long-term care executives surveyed about their care and service offering mix expect to increase their presence in independent living in the next year, according to the National Investment Center...
California task force ponders long-term care insurance program
By
Lois A. Bowers
May 02, 2022
California is working to create a new long-term care insurance program, following in the footsteps of a state to its north.
With no targeted relief on horizon, Argentum seeks various avenues of financial support for senior living
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Apr 28, 2022
With no apparent additional targeted COVID-19 financial relief on the horizon for the assisted living industry, Argentum is continuing its push to have providers included in proposed relief packages for...
Refugees help provider fill workforce gaps while it fulfills mission
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Apr 27, 2022
A Florida senior living provider has found an innovative solution to its workforce challenges while extending its mission to help those in need.
Workforce issues remain top challenge for affordable senior housing organizations: survey
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Apr 27, 2022
Workforce challenges, resident mental health and property insurance rates remain the top concerns for affordable senior housing providers, according to the results of a new LeadingAge survey.
Editorial, design work leads to 7 Hermes awards for McKnight’s Senior Living in 2022
Apr 25, 2022
McKnight’s Senior Living has captured two Platinum awards, four Gold awards and an honorable mention in the 2022 Hermes Creative Awards.
How to get a jump start and attract caregivers
By
Michelle Northey
Apr 21, 2022
COVID-19 has changed the material nature of the workforce forever. The implications are wide-ranging, affecting a large swath of industries. Senior living and care is not immune from challenges in efforts...
Sonida CEO: 3-year recovery plan leads to ‘transformational’ year
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Apr 19, 2022
Calling 2021 “transformational” for Sonida Senior Living, president and CEO Kimberly Lody said Monday that the company’s three-year recovery strategy is working.
Here’s what workers value in a job. Is this what you offer?
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 18, 2022
When it comes to what people value in a job, men and women’s priorities are similar but have differences, according to the results of a recent Gallup survey of more than 13,000 employees. Although respondents...