Although it is common for most people to eat a little less and experience changes in their appetite as they age, severe changes in diet can lead to malnutrition and…
Year: 2019
Interim Leadership. Why Not?
We all know that turnover is notoriously high in senior care and continues to be a problem year after year. It affects everyone and everything involved including care staff, residents,…
Friendship and Longevity
Friends. What good are they? Well, friends can be much more valuable than you think! Think about some of the sayings about friends. “You are the company you keep”. “To…
Reminiscence Therapy and Dementia
Memories from our past can bring great joy and positive emotional experiences. Thinking back to younger years, happy times and places brings most people a sense of continuity and reward.…
Geriatric Malnutrition
Many people don’t think of eating disorders as significant problems among elderly people, but they are. Good nutrition is critical for our overall health and wellness. Malnutrition among the elderly…
Theft in Senior Care and How to Prevent It
Senior care communities are places where residents are well cared for and safe. Residents can live their lives knowing that their needs will be attended to and families can rest…