Once you enter the retirement years, you think there should be all the time in the world to start a good workout routine, yet the self-discipline still isn't there. We have included some tips and motivation to help you jump-start an active and healthy lifestyle! read more
You don't have to specialize in seasonal products or services to take advantage of seasonal and holiday promotions. Holidays and special events offer the perfect opportunity for assisted living homes to run promotions. The following are some tips for assisted living homes to take advantage of seasonal opportunities. read more
Approximately 20% of adults ages 55 or older have experienced mental health concerns at one time or another. Many adult children are concerned about bringing this topic up to their aging parents because they don't want to upset them. So how can caregivers bring up the subject with their aging loved ones and ensure that they get the care that they need? read more
By 2025, Americans over the age of 65 are projected to be around 63 million in number, and nearly 8 million of these seniors will be over the age of 85. As we look into the future, the importance of providing affordable and sustainable living care for seniors is a prevalent part of our society and should not be ignored. Let's take a look at some popular senior living trends to consider when building, renovating or expanding senior living facilities. read more
Dana Van Scoy has worked at Nebraska Medicine for the past 25 years as a registered nurse. She received her BSN from Clarkson College located in Omaha, Nebraska, and recently served as a nurse care coordinator for the Internal Medicine Geriatric Clinic at the Home Instead Center for Successful Aging at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. Senior Living Link was able to talk with this nurse care coordinator to highlight details of a geriatric clinic visit. read more