DENVER: Experts have called for government intervention to improve working conditions in skilled nursing homes after researchers studying carer practices witnessed disturbing events, including a screaming patient being physically forced to have her incontinence pad changed.
University experts – who emphasized that staff working in Read More »
LAS VEGAS: Despite their potential for mental stimulation, video games currently only provide limited benefits to older skilled nursing home residents due to the need for “extensive support” from nursing staff, a new study has found.
The research confirmed motion-based video games can provide both Read More »
NEW YORK: GreyMatters is an iPad app that is portable, easy-to-use technology that could help younger family members have more meaningful interactions with older relatives suffering from dementia. It is available to download for free from the iTunes Store… Read More »
NEW YORK: The two hundred and forty-fifth entry for the seniors housing Global Award for 2015 has been received.
Manchester-based Harbur Construction has started work on its multi-million dollar extra care housing scheme in Prescot.
The 70-unit development will redevelop the former 6.75-acre site of the Read More »