After scanning through the literature and poking through various academic journals, I came across an interesting question, and one that I have thought about for many years. “What do seniors…
Category: Administration
Benefits of Exergaming in Senior Care Communities
As I make my way through various skilled nursing centers and assisted living communities, I get such a kick out of watching a group of seniors all playing the Nintendo…
Robopets in Senior Living
While pet- or animal assisted therapy has been used in senior care communities for several years and has been found to be an effective non-pharmacological therapy that can improve overall…
Sexual Misconduct in Health Care
While this has probably always been an issue in not only health care, but in all industries, sexual misconduct is receiving a lot more attention lately and for some very…
Quality in Senior Care: What Does It Mean?
Providing both quality of care and quality of life are primary goals in senior care regardless of the setting. Whether in skilled nursing centers or assisted living communities, quality is…
Improving Nutritional Status in Senior Care
Seniors commonly experience nutritional problems in senior care including undernutrition, malnutrition and weight loss. Nutrition is by far, one of the most important components of care and is critical to…