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More Than a Plain Cup of Joe: Here’s What Baby Boomers Are Looking For in Their Coffee
Baby Boomers have been known for their influence on society since their coming of age in the 60s and 70s. Now, they're shaking up the senior living scene — right down to the type of coffee that providers offer. Senior living providers are exploring different varieties...
Introducing Robots to the Dining Room: 5 Things to Consider
Restaurants in Asia have utilized robots for several years to increase efficiencies and optimize workflows. However, the U.S. market has been slower to adapt robotic technology, making it a novelty. But with rising labor costs and continued workforce shortages, the...
AI Can Bridge the Gap in Dining Services as Workforce Challenges Continue
From facial recognition software to auto-correct tools, you've probably used artificial intelligence (AI) several times today. This intuitive technology has been developed over several decades and has quickly made its way into our daily lives. Now, AI and robotics are...
Immunizations Provide Defense Against Alzheimer’s Disease
It turns out influenza and pneumonia shots protect seniors from more than just nasty viruses. Research has shown that older adults who receive routine immunizations have a reduced chance of developing Alzheimer's disease (AD). Cases of Alzheimer's are rising, with 6...
4 Steps to More Sustainable Dining Services
The way we produce and consume food has a large impact on the environment. Fortunately, consumers are growing in their awareness of this impact. Now, more than ever, senior living communities are stepping up to decrease their environmental impact as residents desire...
Brain Food: Using Nutrition to Tame Stress Levels in Older Adults
Brain Food: Using Nutrition to Tame Stress Levels in Older Adults As humans, we are designed to handle and react to occasional stressors. In moderation, stress can be good, leading to productivity, energy, and mental sharpness. On the other hand, chronic stress can...
Navigating Stroke Diagnosis and Treatment in Seniors with Dementia
Acute stroke patients with preexisting dementia don’t always get appropriate or timely treatment. The neurological disease can make it difficult for providers to diagnose and quickly treat the stroke. Additionally, there has been a lack of guidelines on how to provide...
Innovations in Long-term Care Delivery: How the Pandemic Optimized Care
Innovations in Long-term Care Delivery: How the Pandemic Optimized Care The pandemic disrupted all aspects of the American healthcare system. Long-term care, in particular, was significantly impacted. Leadership and staff were challenged to keep residents safe and...
Retain and Attract Long-term Care Staff by Focusing on the Workplace Experience
Staff burnout and personnel shortages aren’t new issues for long-term care communities. In 2019, a study found that almost half of long-term care staff had at least one symptom of burnout. Magnified by the pandemic, burnout among long-term care staff is at a critical...
Senior Living Communities Can Provide Quality Culinary Services Despite Supply Chain Issues. Here’s how:
Disrupted global supply chains have brought woes upon U.S. service industries. Labor shortages, clogged ports, and inflation have all played a factor. Senior living providers feel the effects of the mangled supply chain, especially in culinary services. Shortages are...
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