Nicole Stempak
Nicole was Senior Editor at I Advance Senior Care and Long Term Living Magazine 2015-2017. She has a Journalism degree from Kent State University and is finalizing a master’s degree in Information Architecture and Management. She has extensive studies in the digital user experience and in branding online media. She has worked as an editor and writer for various B2B publications, including Business Finance.
The balancing act of Parkinson’s fall prevention
A physical therapist shares how to prevent falls for people with Parkinson’s disease. Hint: it’s a lot of high-intensity exercise, cueing and patience. Read More »
Adjustable sink for sitting or standing
European manufacturer Pressalit Care has devised a sink that can be raised or lowered after installation. Read More »
How stress can cause weight gain in women
Researchers found stressful events can be linked to obesity, which is associated with several chronic illnesses. Read More »
2018 resolutions worth keeping
A California senior living provider asks residents their goals for the year ahead. Read More »
Synching memories through sleep
New research has found making memories may be tied to the synchronization of brain waves and that age and dementia can slow those rhythms down. Read More »
Clean air helps Brookdale residents shelter in place during wildfires
Proactive attention to air purification helped 22 facilities harbor safely during the emergency. Read More »
Holiday traditions: One-on-one with…Denise Scruggs
Make the holidays the most wonderful time of the year by using time-honored traditions and faith-based celebrations to engage residents with dementia. Read More »
Lyft expands healthcare offerings
The rideshare company announced its latest partnership with startup company Circulation to expand non-emergency medical transportation options. Read More »
Over-the-counter pain relievers work as well as opioids
A new study finds acetaminophen and ibuprofen relieve pain as effectively as Percocet, Vicodin or Tylenol No. 3, suggesting a pain management option without risk of addiction. Read More »
FDA approves, CMS proposes coverage for extensive cancer genomic test
The FoundationOne CDx (F1CDx) is a diagnostic test that can detect gene mutations for cancer, and its potential to help patients has spurred the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to pay for qualifying beneficiaries to be screened. Read More »
2017 OPTIMA Award: Under one roof
The winner of the 2017 OPTIMA Award for Excellence in Resident-Focused Care started an intergenerational living program to give new life to aging services and solve staff shortages at the same time. Read More »
Bill Gates invests $100M toward Alzheimer’s treatments
Gates is investing his own fortune toward dementia research and startups exploring new treatments. Read More »
Healthcare isn’t ready for Alzheimer’s treatments, study finds
Administering dementia treatments may be more difficult than developing them, according to a RAND report on healthcare infrastructure. Read More »
Personalized doors help residents with dementia to find their way
Door decals are giving a Canadian memory care facility a new look and helping residents with wayfinding and navigation. Read More »
AARP Foundation sues to stop nursing home evictions
The organization is taking up its first court case on behalf of a woman with Alzheimer’s who was discharged from her nursing home without warning. Read More »
Shopping for good
A Virginia resale boutique pledged $125k toward a memory care retrofit at an area senior living facility. Read More »
Deer crashes into nursing home
A deer visited a Bronx nursing home, causing panic for residents, staff and the deer. Read More »
Senate passes bill to help locate people with Alzheimer’s
Kevin and Avonte’s Law would renew and expand resources for family members, first responders to find missing loved ones who wander, including those with dementia. Read More »
Three employees fired for videotaping residents
An assisted living facility is investigating after employees shared videos on social media that made fun of residents. Read More »
ACHCA names new president and CEO
Bill McGinley has been tapped to lead the American College of Health Care Administrators (ACHCA). Read More »
Dining with dysphagia
Japan’s food industry is rethinking meal time with the rising number of seniors and deaths related to choking. Read More »
Wilder, Alzheimer’s Association call for imagination to end disease
A bold new campaign shows how dementia can cause creativity to disappear and leads to confusion. Read More »
Memory care residents comfort victims of Hurricane Harvey
Residents with dementia made toys for children in Texas who were affected by the hurricane. Read More »
Person-centered care improves resident satisfaction
Care that’s personal is more impactful, according to a new study in JAMDA. Read More »
Wisconsin considers dementia legislation
Four Republican Assembly members have drafted bills to provide support for those with dementia and their families. Read More »
New elder abuse protections law
The Elder Abuse Prevention and Prosecution Act expands federal agency perception and efforts to protect and prosecute elder abuse. Read More »
Alzheimer’s disease and tetanus
Researchers from the UK have promising findings that a vaccine derived from a cucumber virus could be a preventive treatment for Alzheimer's disease. Read More »
Serving others
The long-term care industry can learn from the hospitality industry what it means to serve the customer and not our own ego. Read More »
AHCA: A bright year ahead
Mark Parkinson, CEO of the American Health Care Association, shared his optimistic view for the senior living industry in his opening remarks of the 68th annual AHCA/NCAL Conference and Expo. Read More »
