Unlocking the Power of the Arts in Senior Living
In a recent episode of the Smart Aging™ Podcast, I sat down with Bruce Lipnick, CEO and founder of Stage Access, to
Plan Now: Start Your Own Pumpkin Tradition
Halloween may only last one night, but the pumpkins don’t have to disappear with it. With a little imagination, you can turn
Fresh Start in Fall How to Re-Energize Your Activity Calendar
As the seasons change, so does the energy within a community. Summer tends to be full of movement, outdoor events, and lively
Crafting Camaraderie: Building Men’s Clubs That Matter
Creating a men’s club in an independent living community should go beyond the usual coffee chats and card games. It should be
4 Ways Senior Living Can Curb Loneliness in Older Adults
While it’s heartwarming to think of the joy and freedom of one’s “golden years,” the truth is that for many older adults,
Enhancing Personalized Wellness Programming with Technology and AI: A Webinar Recap
Many senior living communities already use wellness programming to encourage healthy aging. The hard part: creating an experience that feels tailored to each
3 Elements of the Modern Senior Living Community (and Why Older Adults Want Them)
From wellness-focused models to robot assistants, the senior living experience has evolved in recent years. It’s modern. But which aspects of this
The Key to Staff Retention in Senior Living: Staff Engagement
Here’s some good news on the hiring front: the senior living staffing shortage appears to be easing somewhat. While reporting varies slightly,
How to Keep Your Life Enrichment Program on Track
Life enrichment directors have a complex job that requires creativity, planning, scheduling, tracking, measuring, learning, and iterating. But there’s much more to
The State of Senior Living Staffing in 2023
We’re nearly halfway through 2023, and that has us reflecting on our trend predictions for this year. One that stands out is
Teaser: Clear Eyes, Full Attendance Sheets, Can’t Lose
Most senior living leaders have long recognized the importance of life enrichment programs. Today, senior living communities need to prepare for a
How Your Life Enrichment Program Can Create Great Social Media Content
Research has shown that many aging adults would like to remain in the communities they are familiar with, but 32 percent say