Leadership

Key Senior Living Trends to Watch in 2026

The senior living industry has undergone tremendous change over the past few years. From the effects of the pandemic to staffing shortage... Read More »

How to Foster a Culture of Accountability Among Senior Care Staff

Senior care communities thrive on staff collaboration and teamwork, but their success also depends on staff accountability. Team members ... Read More »

Strategies for Effective Leadership During Staffing Shortages

Staffing shortages continue to challenge senior care communities, contributing to burnout and raising concerns about the quality of resid... Read More »

Building the Next Generation of Caregivers: How Organizations Can Effectively Recruit Gen Z Talent

Given the staffing shortages the senior care industry faces, recruitment is more important than ever. As the industry faces rising demand... Read More »

Best Practices to Improve Family Communication in Memory Care

Effective communication with residents’ family members is a cornerstone of quality memory care, yet it is often one of the most challengi... Read More »

How to Handle Difficult Conversations with Families and Residents

Difficult conversations are inevitable in senior care. At some point, staff will need to discuss changing care needs or other sensitive t... Read More »

View from the Trenches: Interview with Daniel Haimowitz, MD, FACP, CMD

Daniel Haimowitz, MD, FACP, CMD is a past Board Member of PALTmed, the Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medical Association, formerly known ... Read More »

The SOS Framework: Sourcing, Optimizing, and Sustaining Your Senior Care Workforce

The senior care industry has long grappled with workforce challenges, but recent factors—such as the lasting impact of the COVID-19 pande... Read More »

Nursing Homes Settle Allegations with DOJ for $3.61 Million; Proactive Steps to Avoid Trouble

The Department of Justice (DOJ) recently settled a False Claims Act (FCA) complaint against the American Health Foundation (AHF), an affi... Read More »

Special Dementia Training Series Helps Prepare First Responders for Crises

In emergencies, every second counts. Yet first responders who lack training in engaging with individuals living with dementia can encount... Read More »

Effective Team-Building Strategies That Get Results in Senior Care Settings

Teamwork is vital in any workplace, but it is especially critical in senior care communities. When staff members coordinate and collabora... Read More »

What Senior Care Communities Should Know About Employment Law Compliance

Navigating employment law compliance is a persistent challenge in the senior care industry due to the sector’s complex regulatory landsca... Read More »

Beyond the Resume: How to Assess Leadership Potential in Senior Care Candidates

Strong leadership is critical in many roles within senior care communities, yet identifying candidates who not only possess the necessary... Read More »

How Senior Care Communities Approach Employee Retention in 2025

From the challenges brought on by the pandemic to the evolving landscape of the senior care workforce, employee turnover and retention re... Read More »

Building a Better Hiring Experience: How to Create an Ideal Candidate Journey

Finding the right staff is crucial for senior care communities, and it all starts with a thoughtful hiring process. However, hiring isn&#... Read More »

Smart Strategies for Adopting AI in Senior Care Settings

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly evolving within the senior care industry. With its ability to streamline workflows, enhance resid... Read More »

Burnout in Senior Care: How to Identify, Address, and Prevent It

Burnout can affect professionals in any field, but the senior care industry presents unique challenges that can accelerate its onset. Whe... Read More »

Could Tech Supporter Be the New Must-Have Staff Role in Senior Care Facilities?

As technology continues to advance, it is playing an increasingly vital role in senior care. From enabling video calls that help resident... Read More »

How One Retirement Community Navigated the Challenges of Hurricane Helene

When Hurricane Helene hit western North Carolina in September 2024, its impact was unexpected and unprecedented, in part because the area... Read More »

Strategies to Navigate Growth in Your Senior Care Community

As senior care communities continue to grow and adapt to meet increasing demand, both residents and staff may face new changes and challe... Read More »

How Personalized Wellness Services Can Deliver Quality Care

As the senior care industry continues to evolve, the demand for personalized wellness services has grown significantly. By tailoring serv... Read More »

How Senior Care Communities Can Make the Holidays Special for Residents

The holidays can be tough times for senior care residents, especially if they have lost loved ones or aren’t able to spend the holidays w... Read More »

How to Build and Improve a Board of Directors

Effective leadership is the cornerstone of a thriving senior care community, with the board of directors serving as its strategic backbon... Read More »

New Report Reveals Need to Rethink Care for Aging Adults

As the senior care community prepares to meet the care needs for America’s booming senior population, a new report suggests that we may b... Read More »

Workforce Management for Senior Care Communities

We hope that the expert insights and best practices in this report will help guide and strengthen your workforce management approach. Our... Read More »

Tips to Conduct a Meaningful Exit Interview

Exit interviews are a crucial element of an employee’s departure process. When conducted effectively, they offer valuable insights into t... Read More »

What Senior Care Communities Need to Know About the Risks of Hurricane Evacuations

As hurricane frequency and intensity increases, emergency preparedness and response are of heightened importance in the senior care indus... Read More »

How One Assisted Living Franchise Finds Opportunity to Thrive

While many industries are impacted by changing economical conditions, the senior care industry remains resilient and is poised for tremen... Read More »

How New Directors of Nursing Can Navigate Challenges

The Director of Nursing (DON) role is an inherently challenging one, but those who find themselves newly appointed to a DON role in a sen... Read More »

Strategies to Help Senior Care Leaders Navigate Change

Change is inherent in the senior care industry, but it’s also a tremendous challenge that leaders must successfully navigate. New program... Read More »