Senior Living Careers

As we continue to age, there is a demand for careers in the senior living health care field.  Executive directors and facility managers provide the backbone and leadership to ensure remarkable resident service delivery and operations. They manage the staff and are...

Creating a Welcome Program at Senior Living Facilities

A welcome center in a senior living facility serves as the first point of contact for new residents, their families and visitors. It is the first impression that residents have of the staff at the community. The design of the welcome center should promote comfort and...

The Benefits of Working in Assisted Living

Working in the senior living industry offers a blend of professional opportunities and personal rewards. From the diverse roles to the flexible schedules available, the senior living field promotes a rewarding career. Here are some of the benefits of working in...

Common Risk Factors for Dementia

Dementia affects millions of people worldwide. As the global population ages, understanding the common risk factors for dementia becomes increasingly important. Age: Age is the strongest risk factor for dementia. After the age of 65, the risk of developing dementia,...

Ways a Caregiver can Improve a Seniors Quality of Life

There are many ways that caregivers can increase a senior’s quality of life as often seniors require assistance maintaining a high quality of life. For caregivers, the responsibility goes beyond meeting basic needs and extends to ensure that seniors are thriving...

Online Therapy for Seniors

The trends of mental health care are changing constantly. Telehealth or teletherapy, which is online therapy, has evolved for seniors from face to face therapy.  Telehealth is beneficial to seniors, as the senior is able to talk with the therapist in the comfort of...