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People living with dementia, Alzheimer’s, or other cognitive impairments face a wide range of challenges. Communication can be severely limited, making it difficult for family members and caregivers to understand the individual’s needs. Often, mobility is also impacted, which can result in isolation or injury.  Thankfully, continued investment in technology has addressed some of the greatest hurdles that many elderly patients are beginning to face. Not only does this improve [...]

When is the last time that you thought about your company’s work culture? Is it a positive place to be, where employees collaborate with one another and offer constructive feedback? Or is it a toxic environment where employees compete with one another, managers play favorites, and communication is either lacking or destructive?  A toxic work culture can have far-reaching, negative effects. Investing in your company’s culture is one of the [...]

Just a couple of generations ago, it was generally expected that you would stay with one (maybe two) companies over the course of your professional career. But things are changing. Many employers now expect to see more varied resumes which include a number of company names, and even different industries.  Job hopping can definitely be a strength – but there are things that you should keep in mind along the way.  Prioritize [...]

We all know that communication is key. This is especially true when it comes to senior living. Effectively communicating to residents helps increase their engagement and morale. It is helpful to share things like event calendars and updates with flyers and door hangings. Friendly notes of congratulations or well wishes can also go a long way. When putting together these communications, remember how important things like font size and reminders [...]

Chances are that you have seen the headlines. With 10,000 Baby Boomers turning 65 every single day, the health care industry is facing a major labor shortage. In fact, it is estimated that the elderly population will double within the next couple of decades. This will have a tremendous impact on a great number of people.  Given that this population often wants to live out the remainder of their lives [...]

To say that interviews are stressful is an understatement. In a short period of time, you need to prove that you have the right experience and expertise for the position. To make this process as painless as possible, keep these four tips in mind.  Do your homework.  Reading the job description is not adequate preparation for an interview. Research the company and the interviewer. Make sure that you are up [...]

Want to reach a huge qualified audience for your open position? Then you better be taking advantage of social media recruiting. But not just any old job post will do. Make sure that you keep the following advice in mind if you want the best candidates to apply.  This Is a Long-Term Game Effective social media recruiting is not something that you can just tune into when you have an [...]

Do you have an open position that you have been trying to fill for ages? You might not have considered that the best candidate is sitting (at a computer) right in front of you. Some of the very best hires are made from promoting within your company. Take a look at these reasons why.   Strengthens Company Culture You cannot forget just how important company culture is. When you promote [...]