We’ve heard much anecdotal evidence of how older and younger people alike benefit from intergenerational programming in senior living. New research suggests an additional benefit.
Seniors housing — and a whole lot more
By
Lois A. Bowers
Oct 03, 2017
Action Pact CEO Steve Shields talks about an integrated concept that just might redefine the sector.
Baseball players move into senior living communities
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 13, 2016
Four players on a farm team for the Chicago Cubs are residing for free in senior living communities during this year’s baseball season.
Recognizing relevance
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 11, 2016
As we roll into film awards season, one slate in particular grabbed my attention this past week when winners were announced.
A big list for the small screen
By
Lois A. Bowers
Feb 22, 2021
If you’re like many over the past year, you’ve been spending more time inside than usual, often in front of a television, streaming or otherwise watching series and movies. A new list provides some...
Senior living execs pique student interest as Granger Cobb Institute pilots Corporate Scholars program
By
Lois A. Bowers
Oct 24, 2022
Executives from Aegis Living, Merrill Gardens and Murano Senior Living are piquing interest in the senior living industry among Washington State University students participating in a new Corporate Scholars...
Policy, workforce issues focus of Argentum events this week
By
Lois A. Bowers
Sep 11, 2017
Argentum members will be concentrating on governmental and staffing issues affecting senior living operators and residents this week as the organization holds a Public Policy Institute, Fly-in and Workforce...
Helping residents stay sharp and mentally healthy
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jul 24, 2023
A study published online last week by the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society shared the frightening finding that “cognitive functioning may decline at an accelerated rate immediately post-retirement.”...
Senior living community makes baseball season memorable
By
Lois A. Bowers
Aug 08, 2016
The Butler BlueSox baseball team’s season was not especially memorable in a traditional way. Pennsylvania senior living community Newhaven Court at Clearview, however, left a permanent impression...
Ovation pilots senior living workforce program with eye toward replication
By
Lois A. Bowers
Sep 05, 2018
A Wisconsin senior living operator is piloting a program it hopes other providers ultimately will be able to replicate to address workforce shortages across the country.