Jun 5, 2013 | Assisted Living News
As members of the Baby Boomer generation have already begun to reach retirement age, professionals in the eldercare industry are preparing for a surge in clientele that could place a greater strain on an already overextended service. An added challenge accompanying...
May 29, 2013 | Assisted Living News, Healthcare Technology
According to the Alzheimer's Association, one in eight elderly Americans suffers from this degenerative condition, which is characterized by memory loss, disorientation and an increased difficulty performing everyday tasks. Those affected by this form of dementia...
May 23, 2013 | Assisted Living News
Though the stereotype remains that elderly individuals are less likely to embrace new technologies, many of today’s retirees have grown relatively comfortable with even the flashiest innovations. “Technologies that would have seemed like science fiction...
May 20, 2013 | Assisted Living News, Home Health News
Social isolation is one of the greatest challenges facing the elderly community today – one that many care managers and loved ones must find ways to mitigate to ensure the long-term health and happiness of this group. Feeling disconnected from others can quickly...
May 16, 2013 | Assisted Living News
Care managers charged with overseeing assisted living communities already face enough challenges when it comes to accommodating a growing number of elderly individuals with varying physical and mental limitations. However, as the Assisted Living Federation of America...
May 14, 2013 | Assisted Living News
The elderly population is expanding rapidly, and while many legislators, medical professionals and care managers are striving to accommodate the needs of this population, there are those who are eager to take advantage of these individuals as well. According to a new...
