Independent Living

Collaboration and social interactions help extend memory, study finds

August 31, 2011

A collaborative approach in social interactions could be a key to memory retention and independent living later in life, new research reveals.

Assisted living, independent living occupancy rises slightly, new report says

September 27, 2010

Occupancy in the assisted living and independent living sectors has leveled off in the past year after steadily declining since the early part of 2007, according to a soon-to-be-released report from the National Investment Centers for the Seniors Housing & Care Industry.

New report pegs cost of skilled nursing care at $90,000 per year

August 13, 2010

A new report from independent living consultant Univita Health finds that the national average annual cost for care in a private room at a Medicare-certified nursing home is slightly more than $90,000.

Independent living communities sweeten deals for potential residents

July 06, 2010

While the economy may be picking up, independent living companies are still feeling the effects of lower occupancy. As a result, many are offering deals to potential residents, according to a news report.

Strive to integrate assisted living into care continuum at retirement communities

Robert C. Pfauth February 16, 2010

There should be a seamless transition between levels of care in continuing care retirement communities.

Move toward certifying electronic health records must include long-term care

John Derr October 21, 2009

Long-term care must have have certified electronic health records to keep pace with the rest of the healthcare industry.

Financial crisis hurting seniors housing market, NIC reports

January 28, 2009

Loan performance and capitalization rates in the senior housing sector are beginning to feel the pinch of the nation's credit crunch, according to a new market analysis released Tuesday by the National Investment Center for the Seniors Housing & Care Industry (NIC).

Housing crisis hitting seniors, assisted living providers

November 25, 2008

Seniors who can't sell their homes due to the housing and financial crises are feeling trapped because they cannot afford to move into assisted living or retirement communities, according to a news report.

Researchers show how Florida vision law keeps seniors over 80 safe on the roads

November 14, 2008

A Florida law requiring all seniors over 80 to pass a vision test before renewing their driver's license may have lead to a reduction in traffic-related fatalities among that age group. New study results show how.

Wall Street bailout shouldn't be a mulligan

John O'Connor September 23, 2008

Occupancy rate stays stable for skilled nursing, drops for assisted living

September 12, 2008

The average skilled nursing occupancy rate held steady, while rates for assisted living and independent living fell noticeably. That is according to the National Investment Center for the Seniors Housing and Care Industry's Market Area Profiles (NIC MAP) statistics released Thursday.

NIC: Financing in seniors housing falls in first quarter

July 22, 2008

The amount of financing placed in seniors housing dropped by a precipitous 60% in the first quarter of 2008, according to data released this month from the National Investment Center for the Seniors Housing and Care Industry. That could lead to an easing up on new development.

Senior living property prices hit record high

March 12, 2008

For the second year in a row, the average price paid per bed for skilled nursing facilities hit a new record in 2007. The average of $55,200 was 6% higher compared with the year before and 75% more than the notable low of 2003, according to analysis results from research firm Irving Levin Associates.

Seniors housing loan volume rises

February 26, 2008

Loan volume in the seniors housing and care sector rose by $20.5 billion in the third quarter of 2007, according to a recent report by the National Investment Center for the Seniors Housing and Care Industry. That is a positive sign for the sector as growth has stalled across the housing spectrum.

Tech toys

January 30, 2008

The nation's top lawmakers are learning more about new monitoring, personal health record and brain fitness technologies for seniors during a special briefing and demonstration today.Senators from the Special Committee on Aging; the Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee; and the Medical Technology Caucus are hosting the event to discuss and explore what type of support is needed to promote technological advances that can help our nation's aging population.

It's about time

January 30, 2008

Staying on top of the latest products, services and industry trends can be a time-devouring pursuit. But the job just became less time consuming, thanks to our new Web site. Eldercare pros can find many time-saving options. These include a substantially enhanced Directory that makes it easier to locate needed services, plus videos of important suppliers. The latest job openings are also available, as well as immediate access to our Career Guide. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with our new site. We think you'll find it's time well spent.

Adult day care expands, Journal reports

January 11, 2008

Adult day care is becoming more popular among working professionals whose parents live with them, according to the Wall Street Journal. Demand for the service is growing from anywhere between 5% and 15% every year, the Journal said.