Our aim with this report is to help you and your organization discover new ways to think about senior care practices and continue to impr... Read More »
Dehydration is a year-round concern for older adults, but the winter months bring unique challenges that can make it harder to keep senio... Read More »
Pain management for senior care residents is a complex issue due to the challenges of managing chronic health conditions, age-related cha... Read More »
Communal dining facilities offer tremendous value in senior care communities by encouraging social interaction between residents. Residen... Read More »
Physical conditioning can help seniors improve their strength and endurance while maintaining stability, with accessible options like cha... Read More »
For families searching for care for a loved one and individuals exploring care options for themselves, sales calls can bring a range of s... Read More »
In this issue of View from the Trenches, we are pleased to interview Clifton (“Clif”) J. Porter, II, president and CEO of the American He... Read More »
Effective pest control comes with unique challenges for senior care communities. Centralized, shared spaces make it easy for infestations... Read More »
Longevity is a growing focus among the general population and within the senior care industry. From wearable health monitoring devices to... Read More »
Our aim with this report is to help you and your organization discover new ways to think about senior care practices and continue to impr... Read More »
Volunteer programs can bring meaningful benefits to senior care communities, whether volunteers come from the surrounding community or re... Read More »
Step into Hebrew Home Greater Washington (HHGW) and you’re likely to find residents caring for, stroking, and spending time with pets. Th... Read More »
Dining ambience is about much more than creating an attractive space. The dining environment can shape how residents experience meals, in... Read More »
Food plays a central role in holiday traditions and celebrations, making the season an especially important time for dining operations in... Read More »
Trust can play a defining role in how prospective residents and their families choose a senior care community. Building that trust early ... Read More »
Once a month, residents at Monarch Landing in Naperville, Illinois, board a bus and travel to nearby Cowlishaw Elementary School. There, ... Read More »
Snack programs can play an important role in senior care communities, supporting residents’ nutritional needs while adding enjoyable mome... Read More »
Providing exceptional senior care requires more than maintaining high standards. It calls for an ongoing commitment to learning, adapting... Read More »
As the senior population grows and care needs become increasingly complex, providers are being challenged to improve outcomes while prese... Read More »
Senior care community chefs must balance residents’ nutritional needs with dishes that appeal to a wide range of tastes and cultural pref... Read More »
Skilled nursing facilities (SNF) that participate in the Medicare program are required to be “surveyed” annually and not more than every ... Read More »
Recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and training a new employee takes considerable time and resources. Despite that investment, many senior c... Read More »
Technology is becoming essential to nearly every aspect of senior living, but choosing the right solution is only the beginning. Long-ter... Read More »
Workforce turnover in senior care affects far more than staffing levels. It can disrupt resident safety, reduce quality of care, and dimi... Read More »
Robots are becoming a more familiar presence in senior living communities. From delivering meals and cleaning common areas to supporting ... Read More »
Wandering and elopement pose significant, ongoing safety concerns in memory care settings. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, six ... Read More »
A compassionate, well-planned approach to end-of-life care helps senior care communities support residents and their families during one ... Read More »
Shared meals have a unique way of bringing people together, and that connection can be especially meaningful in senior care communities. ... Read More »
Talented staff are at the heart of every successful senior care community. They help create meaningful resident experiences, foster stron... Read More »
As plant-forward dining continues to gain momentum, residents increasingly seek communities that offer flexible dining programs with a va... Read More »
