Asian skilled nursing homes remain 10 years behind western world

skilled nursing homeSINGAPORE: To allow residents to recover faster compared to conventional therapy methods, NTUC Health’s first skilled nursing home at Jurong West makes use of technology to increase the intensity of rehabilitation for patients.

At the home’s official launch, NTUC Health officials said that the ultimate aim Read More »

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Age care compounds becoming soft crime targets

crimeBOSTON: Retirement communities and skilled nursing homes imply a level of elevated safety in their commercial pitch to prospective customers.

But evidence is mounting that age-apartheid compounds are increasingly becoming soft crime targets and the care sector is trashing its reputation by doing nothing to effectively Read More »

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Dementia board game sparks conversation across generations

board gameNEW YORK: Call to Mind is a unique game which helps care workers, family members and friends understand the thinking, likes and dislikes of someone with dementia, both as the game is played and in everyday interactions.

The inspiration behind the game came from sisters Angela Read More »

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Seniors housing developers compete for Global Award

trophy NEW YORK: The three hundred and forty-fifth entry for the seniors housing Global Awards 2016 has been received.

Lakeside DFW may be the next chance for Flower Mound to add some senior living options.

The Planning and Zoning Commission on Monday approved a site plan and Read More »

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