Aug 8, 2013 | Assisted Living News
Previously on this blog, we touched on the recent Frontline exposé on assisted living communities that shed light on shocking abuses within an industry dedicated to helping some of the most vulnerable members of our society. The harrowing portrayal of greed in the...
Aug 6, 2013 | Assisted Living News
Recently, PBS aired an episode of Frontline that served as an exposé of assisted living communities in the United States, casting them in a stark negative light that could have ramifications for care managers and caregivers across the country. Viewers bore witness to...
Jul 30, 2013 | Assisted Living News
Ensuring care recipient satisfaction is a primary concern for care managers, but many older adults may find it difficult – at least initially – to accept that they require the consistent assistance of others. This discomfort is especially pronounced for...
Jul 25, 2013 | Assisted Living News
Soaring temperatures have made national headlines in recent weeks, as large swaths of the country have been struck by record-breaking heat waves. Though people of all ages must take extra precautions at this time of year, older adults are particularly at risk.Heat...
Jul 23, 2013 | Assisted Living News, Healthcare Technology
View the full infographic here.We have frequently referred to the aging Baby Boomer generation as a cause for concern for the professionals who serve older adults, many of whom are already facing substantial budget constraints and personnel deficiencies.Baby Boomers...
Jul 22, 2013 | Assisted Living News
Though countries across the globe are feeling the effects of a substantial demographic shift as the Baby Boomer generation ages, government officials in the most populous nations are particularly apprehensive about the challenges to come. Recently, news broke that the...
