Software firms and providers are devising novel solutions to engage seniors, families and staff who are embracing technology to stay in better communication
Oxford Finance closes deal with Chosen Healthcare
Dec 01, 2015
Oxford Finance LLC announced the closing of a term loan and credit with Chosen Healthcare, which serves short-term and long-term residents.
Also in the News for Monday, November 30
Nov 30, 2015
Better memory linked to taking more steps… Medicaid managed care overhaul rule due in April… Short films may improve end-of-life care decisions
Lying can be an act of compassion
By
Judah Gutwein
Nov 27, 2015
Today we know that lying is sometimes the quintessential kindness a caregiver can offer any patient who suffers from dementia and, in particular, someone with Alzheimer’s.
Ground broken in Denton
Nov 24, 2015
The Village Assisted Living & Memory Care has begun construction in Denton, TX.
Hungry for a breakthrough
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Nov 24, 2015
Study findings that are applicable to people’s daily lives, like sleep and exercise, are good. Incorporating emotions or heart, as I’ve written about previously, works too. But the best way...
Buckingham senior living community starts construction
Nov 10, 2015
The Buckingham senior living community has begun construction on 183 new residents on its Memorial-area campus.
The stories behind ‘Still Alice’
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Nov 10, 2015
In researching story ideas for McKnight’s, I come across a lot of scientific articles on the latest and greatest breakthrough in Alzheimer’s disease and dementia research. Unfortunately, between...
Jaime joins Edgemere
Nov 09, 2015
Victor Jaime has been named the head chef at Edgemere in Dallas.
Understanding Lewy body dementia
By
Elizabeth Newman
Nov 06, 2015
The song “Friend Like Me” has popped up pretty frequently on my favorite Pandora station lately, and that’s made me sad. It was sung in the movie “Aladdin” by Robin Williams,...