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.
LTC Properties broadens North Carolina footprint with $128M investment in 12 properties
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jan 09, 2023
Westlake, CA-based real estate investment trust LTC Properties has announced a $128 million investment in 12 assisted living / memory care properties throughout Northern California. The properties, with...
Treatment for cannabis use disorder has decreased since 2004
Feb 27, 2024
For people with cannabis use disorder in 2004 to 2014, specialty treatment decreased in states with medical cannabis laws with dispensary provisions.
Actions & Transactions, May 30
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
May 30, 2023
Ziegler closes $31.96M financing for EveryAge Obligated Group … Braemar Partners begins preconstruction work on senior living community in Somerset County, NJ … Ground broken for independent living...
EEOC launches new effort to reach workers in rural and underserved areas
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jan 31, 2024
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on Monday launched the REACH initiative, a new, multi-year effort aimed at broadening the agency’s outreach to workers in rural and underserved communities.
Friendship, Richfield Living merge in Virginia
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Oct 04, 2023
Two southwestern Virginia retirement communities merged this week in a new collaboration they believe will enhance their existing offerings and broaden their reach.
Environmental Protection Agency finalizes stronger air quality standards
Feb 09, 2024
The agency estimates that the new standard will prevent up to 4,500 premature deaths in the first year of full enforcement.
eGFRcr-cys levels more strongly linked to adverse outcomes in seniors
Jan 29, 2024
Stronger and more uniform associations were seen for all-cause mortality and kidney failure with replacement therapy.
‘Box and a Button’ captures ‘Essence’ of tech solutions during Falls Prevention Week
By
Aaron Dorman
Sep 19, 2023
Tech designed to preempt falls continues to trend towards being as unobtrusive and convenient as possible, one smart system company touts.
FDA allows pharmacists to prescribe COVID-19 drug Paxlovid
Jul 07, 2022
However, patients who test positive for COVID-19 should still consider reaching out to their regular healthcare provider for Paxlovid first.