Editorial
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Measuring Up In Occupancy
Many senior living organizations struggle with occupancy—with the national senior housing occupancy rate falling in the second quarter of 2019 to 87.8%, its lowest since the second quarter of 2011—while others consistently maintain 95% or higher year after year. So…
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HEALTHTAC Hits On Key Issues
“Quality over quantity” has become the mantra of the HEALTHTAC® events, which continue to focus on the goal of bringing senior living executives together in an intimate environment designed to maximize productivity and enhance relationship building and collaboration. This was…
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A Real Learning Experience
As senior living organizations continue the struggle to find adequate staffing, some are embarking on more formalized partnerships with universities and internship programs to nurture and develop the next generation of senior care practitioners while introducing them to their own…
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Meeting In The Middle
There’s a lot of talk about the need to serve the “middle market” in seniors housing and services, but a recent affiliation between HumanGood and Presby’s Inspired Life is marking the beginning of a new era in affordable housing and…
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Brand New Solutions
As the aging services industry evolves, some organizations have been developing new brands to expand their portfolios and specifically address new and different market segments. Dominion Senior Living is one of the latest, launching a new independent living brand this…
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Playing It Cool For Summer
The summer months can bring challenges to senior living communities, older adults and their caregivers—but also a lot of fun. “As the heat starts to rise, hydration and keeping residents active with a balance of indoor and outdoor activities can…
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Giving It The Old College Try
As life expectancy increases and levels of health improve, many older adults are working longer, want to continue learning, and often want the opportunity to mix with other generations. As such, some senior living operators are betting on college campuses…
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Creative Collaboration—Hospitality Partnership Results In New Furniture Line For Senior Living
Partnerships between the hospitality design and manufacturing communities have netted plenty of creative solutions in the lodging space over the years, but a recent collaboration could potentially also have a broad impact as it has resulted in a new line…
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Planting The Seeds For Healthier Aging
As we celebrate Older Americans Month, Senior Living News talked with one of the many social entrepreneurs who have found a unique way to honor and serve older adults. Orla Concannon, a therapeutic horticulturist in Seattle, founded Eldergrow™ in 2015—offering…
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Collaboration and Partnerships Key at HEALTHTAC East
The Grand Hyatt Baha Mar in Nassau overlooking the sparkling turquoise waters of The Bahamas proved to be the perfect setting for the recently concluded HEALTHTAC East 2019. Outdoor receptions and dinner on the grand lawn highlighted activities of the…