SAN FRANCISCO: A new breed of professional adviser is emerging.
Self-styled “lifestyle consultants” are setting up shop to live off giving advice to boomers. Read More »
Boomer embrace of technology is changing role of doctor
CHICAGO: According to Forrester Research, 82% of boomers regularly use the internet.
Most online boomers regularly use a laptop, and within the younger half of this internet-connected group, more than 40% own a smartphone. A 2012 Nielsen report said that boomers Read More »
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Judge rules skilled nursing home company must stand trial over death of elderly resident
NEW YORK: It has been a long time coming, but the moment has finally arrived.
A judge has lost patience and is to send a skilled nursing home entity to trial for corporate manslaughter. Read More »
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Police angry over being asked to do dementia carers work
SEATTLE: Police are becoming increasingly angry at being regularly called to restrain dementia residents in skilled nursing homes.
The police hold the view that they are being used as a substitute for a lack of investment in training. Read More »
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