Assisted Living Activities to Engage Men and Women
A good activities director asks around, checking with residents to see what events would be well-received and taking clues from their personal histories.
View ArticleNew Programs to Serve “Next Generation” at Brookdale Senior Living
What improvements would you like to see in assisted living & senior housing?
View ArticleConnecticut Assisted Living Has Award-Winning Poetry Program
Programs like these are worthy of recognition, as they provide the intangible yet invaluable benefits of meaning, purpose, and fulfillment for participants.
View ArticleFrom the Retirement Community to the Art Museum
No matter where you live, there are opportunities to be explored. Senior living providers must take advantage and provide a means for residents to engage.
View ArticleThings to Come: Health Innovations Proposed for Senior Living
What creative approaches would you suggest for the present and future challenges facing long term care?
View ArticleIdeas for Intergenerational Activities in Assisted Living
To host a successful intergenerational program, activities directors must give clear instructions and a purpose for the interaction. Get ideas in today's post.
View ArticleBudget Cuts That May Affect Senior Care and Services
Why we all should be concerned about a sequester: learn more about the specific impact on vulnerable seniors in today's post.
View ArticleThe Senior Caregiver Toolbox
There are many programs, benefits and means of support, but it’s up to the caregiver to discover what’s out there and take advantage of the assistance.
View ArticleBenefits Checkup: National Programs Helping Seniors
Though many longstanding benefit programs helping older Americans seem to be shrinking, help is still available -- if you know where to look.
View ArticleCaregiver Education: Who Needs It, Where to Get It
There are options -- whether you need encouragement, enrichment or education as a caregiver. Find out about a few in this post.
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