Residents with cognitive impairment present unique challenges and opportunities for the senior living field.
Game theory
By
John Hall
Feb 02, 2019
Do brain games and other fun-based approaches to mental stimulation help reduce Alzheimer’s? Some interesting findings are beginning to emerge.
Meal upgrade
By
John Andrews
Apr 15, 2019
Food quality is one of the main reasons residents choose to stay. And operators are getting the message, loud and clear.
Stress relief
By
John Andrews
Jun 03, 2019
The bathing process in senior living can bing stress to everyone involved. For residents, its’s a fear of vulnerability. For caregivers, i’s providing a safe and comfortable experienced for...
Tech earns its pay
By
Julie E. Williamson
Apr 15, 2019
IT is making a big splash when it comes to labor management. From recruiting, to hiring to training to career paths, tech tools are opening up new doors — and there’s more to come.
By the numbers
By
Julie E. Williamson
Apr 02, 2018
Good data-capture and analysis add up to better outcomes.
The revolving door
By
John Andrews
Feb 02, 2019
Successfully hiring and retaining qualified staff can be done with the right approach.
Flight risk no more
By
John Hall
Oct 01, 2016
One elopement is one too many for busy tech innovators.
First impressions
By
John Hall
Aug 01, 2019
The right furniture is essential to create a welcoming environment that residents will find attractive, comfortable and therapeutic.
Beyond mystery meat
By
John Andrews
Apr 02, 2018
Food service in senior living has progressed well beyond cafeteria lines with lukewarm dishes sitting under heat lamps. Fine dining has become a trend.