By | Published: February 9, 2011
The residents of the Broadmore Assisted Living Center in York, PA were delighted to watch as a momma duck and her 12 baby ducklings made their way through the corridors of the senior care center in early June.
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By melissa | Published: February 7, 2011
Researchers estimate that in the U.S. 19 assisted living facilities are affected by emergencies including fires, floods, severe weather, patient wandering incidents, or alleged cases of abuse or negligence. What to Ask Your Potential ALF Whether you are searching for an assisted living facility, or you or a loved one have already selected one, there
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By melissa | Published: February 7, 2011
Researchers estimate that in the U.S.
By | Published: February 4, 2011
In 2006, experts at Johns Hopkins University estimated that over 26 million people globally were living with Alzheimer’s disease. They also projected that instances of Alzheimer’s disease would increase globally to more than 106 million cases by the year 2050
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By | Published: February 2, 2011
Miriam Russell, 91, a resident at The Harrison, an Indianapolis area retirement community says she is the happiest she has ever been. “I know young people think all old people are grumpy,” Russell laughed, “but I am really smiling more and enjoying life more than I ever have.” The National Academy of Sciences agrees with
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By melissa | Published: January 31, 2011
In the field of elder care, music has been explored as a way to encourage social interaction, encourage self-expression, and enhance the overall well-being of assisted living residents who fight illnesses such as Alzeimer’s, dementia, memory loss, and other cognitive impairments. Numerous Benefits Through music, assisted living residents with these health conditions are able to
By melissa | Published: January 28, 2011
A Humboldt County, California jury instructed nursing home and assisted living firm, Skilled Healthcare Group, to pay a stiff fine for understaffing over 20 assisted living facilities throughout the state. On Tuesday, the company was ordered to pay over $670 million
By | Published: January 26, 2011
While many say the economy shows signs of improvement, independent living and nursing home companies are struggling to find residents and are reporting that occupancy levels are below capacity. As a result, many companies have decided to move-in deals and other special offers to potential new residents.
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By melissa | Published: January 24, 2011
Aegis Living, a company recognizes as a national leader in assisted living and senior living communities, has been selected as the “Best Retirement Facility” for the second straight year by readers of 425 Magazine. “Best of 425″ In the magazine’s second annual “Best of 425″ contest, thousands of readers were polled and responded, voting for
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By melissa | Published: January 21, 2011
At St. Giles Presbyterian Church in Orange Park, Florida seventeen senior women participated in the recent Ms. Clay County Senior and Ms.
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