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Older women are the fastest growing group of homeless
LOS ANGELES: According to statistics gathered, from 2011-12 to 2013-14 the number of women aged 55 years and over accessing specialist homelessness services increased by 26 per cent.
But this only accounts for the women who actually sought help from a homeless support service. A Read More »
Charity calls for more staff at skilled nursing homes
DALLAS: More staff with specific dementia awareness training are needed in skilled nursing homes, according to a charity.
The charity CEO said all staff at skilled nursing homes should receive dementia awareness training, not just for the residents’ benefit but also for the benefit of Read More »
Tax breaks being considered for senior living options
LOS ANGELES: A senior living facility is in line for more than $2.6 million in tax breaks following approvals granted today.
The incentives will clear the way for a $23 million enriched living facility. The project received site plan approval in February.
Plans for the Read More »
Micro-flats gain favour as answer to big city urban density
LOS ANGELES: Carefully designed compact-living for the middle classes is gaining traction in many big cities. Architect Gary Chang has built a versatile 32 sq metre flat.
The striking thing is the hazy golden light that permeates the place, the result of yellow filters tacked Read More »