Navigating the nexus of sleep, climate change and aging health
By
Amir Baniassadi, PhD
Nov 13, 2023
Understanding the intricate connection between sleep, the environment and the well-being of older adults has become a crucial focus as we explore the multifaceted dynamics of aging.
Incorporating sustainability into business succession planning a growing trend, experts say
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Nov 09, 2023
The idea of succession planning has been gaining momentum among businesses, but the idea of incorporating sustainability into those plans is a new and growing trend, according to an article from the experts...
2024 McKnight’s Women of Distinction nominations open!
By
Lois A. Bowers
Nov 07, 2023
McKnight’s Senior Living, McKnight’s Long-Term Care News and McKnight’s Home Care have opened the nomination process for the sixth annual McKnight’s Women of Distinction awards program.
Senior living building retrofits could be a model for defending against extreme weather
By
Aaron Dorman
Nov 06, 2023
Five senior living sites chosen by HUD to receive funding to renovate their facilities with green, weather-resilient technology.
Online training program for assisted living develops out of home care program
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Nov 03, 2023
An online training program for assisted living caregivers is being developed and tested based on another program that was created for unlicensed caregivers of people living in the greater community.
Experts share ways to maximize organizational investment in training
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Oct 31, 2023
Long-term care leaders and managers have “superpowers” that can improve their organizations’ return on investment in corporate training, according to experts speaking at a recent webinar sponsored...
Small dietary changes can lower carbon footprint
Oct 27, 2023
The total carbon footprint in United States would be reduced by >35% if all consumers switched to a lower carbon substitute.
Phone accessory aims to reduce racial bias endemic to diagnostic tools
By
Aaron Dorman
Oct 27, 2023
A new tool that attaches to a smart phone is designed to screen for Alzheimer’s, via eyes, to avoid typical racial bias.
Ventas makes ‘significant progress’ toward ESG goals
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Oct 26, 2023
Ventas has made “significant progress” toward meeting its environmental, social and governance objectives, the Chicago-based real estate investment trust’s chairman and CEO, Debra A. Cafaro, said...
Provider group releases report on leveraging technology for long-term care workforce needs
By
Aaron Dorman
Oct 24, 2023
LeadingAge has released a new tool for members that helps outline the myriad technology solutions aimed at workforce needs for senior living.