Age care compounds becoming soft crime targets

crime BOSTON: 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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‘Brain training’ work wonders for the elderly

brainCHICAGO: A new study shows that engaging older adults into computer-based brain training can lead to improvements in memory, speed and thinking skills.

However, it has no impact on attention or executive functions such as impulse control, planning and problem solving.

Promising new evidence now Read More »

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Seniors housing developers compete for Global Award

trophy1 NEW YORK: The eleventh entry for the seniors housing Global Awards 2016 has been received.

Edina City Council wants to recommend a “vibrant multigenerational facility that meets the current and future needs of residents, adds to community value, sense of place and identity, combines resources and Read More »

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Garden city set to grow skyward in $1.9b redevelopment plan

garden cityLOS ANGELES: A sky park 10m above ground will be built across Collins St under a plan by property giant Lend Lease.

Open to the public and businesses, the space will be part of a $1.9 billion redevelopment consisting of seven commercial and residential towers in Read More »

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