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Quebecers deserve a health care system that provides them with timely access to health care services whenever and wherever they are needed, as well as the ability to age with dignity closer to home. Today, the Honourable Mark Holland, Canada's...

Families of nursing home residents across the state are raising their voices to urge Governor Hochul to reconsider plans to cut Medicaid reimbursements to nursing homes. The impact of such a decision, they argue, would be devastating, particularly...

Unifor members who work at Griffin Wheel, a foundry that manufactures train wheels in Winnipeg, went on strike this morning at 9 a.m., after the company's latest offer would erode pensions, seniority rights and work-life balance issues....

For those signing up for Medicare for the first time, navigating the complexities of the healthcare program can be daunting. In addition to making sense of the myriad of Medicare coverage options available, seniors are also overwhelmed with a barrage...

Senior living providers will soon have access to a unique suite of tech-enabled workforce solutions to bolster their clinical workforces through a new exclusive partnership between Incite Strategic Partners and SnapCare....

illumifin, the leading insurance administration and claims solution provider for...

Eve Communications, Inc, a startup with a mission to provide a cure for loneliness and social isolation, today announced the official launch of Eve, a virtual companion designed for seniors and other people who live alone....

Vantage Foundation is pleased to announce its partnership with Instituto Claret, a reputable charitable organisation in Brazil....

How's Mom, a leading provider of Senior Care resident and family communication software, and DiningRD a leading provider of Senior Care consulting dietitian and dining software with Dining Manager, announced a strategic relationship to help improve...

New Perspective, the award-winning senior living company headquartered in Minnetonka, MN, proudly announces the opening of its leasing office for its newest community. Set to welcome residents in mid-summer 2024, this vibrant community is located at...

Every senior in Canada deserves to age in dignity, safety, and comfort, regardless of where they live. That is why the Government of Canada is investing close to $200 billion over 10 years, which includes $5.4 billion for tailored bilateral...

Right at Home, has 700-plus in-home care franchise locations across the U.S. and five other countries. They are looking to expand in Salem, Oregon, with a new territory. The investment opportunity allows entrepreneurs to make a difference in their...

Next50, a Colorado-based national foundation that works toward a society that values aging, and the American Society on Aging today announced the launch of the On Aging Institute. As the population in the United States continues to shift toward a...

Canadians deserve health care and long-term care systems that provide them with timely access to health services whenever and wherever they are needed, as well as the ability to age with dignity closer to home. That is why today, the Honourable Mark...

AARP members can now take advantage of savings from five new providers, AARP® Vision Plans from VSPtm, Calm, HX: Hurtigruten Expeditions, Hollywood.com, and Walmart+. In addition to these new offerings, AARP members have access to over 300 discounts...

A blood test that analyzes levels of amyloid proteins by highly sensitive mass spectrometry could help physicians establish that Alzheimer's disease (AD) is likely not the cause of patients' mild cognitive...

Made possible through generous philanthropic support, Eisenhower Health has purchased the Neuro Vitality Center (formerly the Stroke Recovery Center). In partnership with Los Angeles Jewish Health (LAJHealth), Eisenhower will provide a Program of...

In the news release, /R E P E A T -- MEDIA ADVISORY - March 25: Quality of Care Town Hall for residents and staff of Aspira Kingsmere Retirement Living in Alliston, Ontario/, issued 25-Mar-2024 by Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU/SEFPO)...

Caring Transitions, the leader in senior relocation and transition services, continues expanding its compassionate reach nationwide with its latest location in Massachusetts. Caring Transitions of Westford & Marlborough will serve the Marlborough,...

A survey by financial services company Empower reports that 64% of boomers surveyed feel that they are open to working indefinitely. This is a notable uptick in this sentiment since the start of the Covid epidemic. But it also reveals that many...

Best Life Brands, LLC ("Best Life Brands"), a franchised organization with a portfolio of brands dedicated to senior care, announced today the acquisition of Next Day Access, a leading provider of residential and commercial home access solutions...

The Local Executive of OPSEU/SEFPO Local 332, which represents the staff of Aspira Kingsmere Retirement Living in Alliston Ontario, is hosting a Quality of Care Town Hall for Kingsmere residents, families, staff and concerned community members on...

Bow River Capital, a Denver-based alternative asset manager, is pleased to announce that its Private Credit Team has provided funds to support Waud Capital Partners' acquisition of Senior Helpers (the "Company")....

Home-downsizing authority Ben Souchek offers his expert advice to seniors who are wondering whether their old home still serves their needs in his new book Stress-Free Home Downsizing: A Senior's Guide to Selling Your House and Simplifying Your Life....

AARP Chief Executive Officer Jo Ann Jenkins announced her decision to step down when her contract expires at the end of the year....

Always Best Care Senior Services, one of the leading senior care franchise systems in the United States, announced today that franchise owner Shawn Cothran has opened a second location to meet the demand of a growing senior population in North...

Judson Manor has been awarded a spot on Newsweek's list of America's Best Continuing Care Retirement Communities 2024. Newsweek and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider, present this prestigious award. The...

Right at Home has 700-plus in-home care franchise locations across the U.S. and five other countries. They are looking to expand in Chico, California with a new territory. The investment opportunity allows entrepreneurs to make a difference in their...

"Want to know what comes between me and my Calvins? Nothing." With these words spoken at the age of 15, Brooke Shields grabbed the attention of the world. In the April/May 2024 issue of AARP The Magazine (ATM), Shields, now 58, reflects upon her...

Expert care giver and advocate, Homer L. Hartage, recently announced the upcoming May release of his new guidebook to help lead Floridians and others through the complex world of legal guardianship. "Family and Professional Guardianship" addresses...

Aegis Living, a leader in senior living and memory care, has opened its 37th community in Seattle's Ballard neighborhood, Aegis Living Ballard. Located centrally on Market Street, the new community blends a distinctly Northwest aesthetic with...

Accushield, the leader in visitor and entry management solutions for senior living, skilled nursing, and other post-acute care settings, is pleased to announce its strategic partnership with Serviam Care Network, PBC. Serviam is on a mission to...

Home care workers go above and beyond to deliver outstanding care in every part of Ontario. They are there for us when we need them most. To honour them, Home Care Ontario has awarded 40 nurses, Personal Support Workers (PSWs), therapists, and other...

The Alzheimer's Association 2024 Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures report reveals that both...

Aging drivers could be a menace to themselves and a danger to others. A unique driving evaluation service, Driver Cognitive Assessment Center, (DCAC), has a scientifically developed driving test to determine if adults should no longer drive. ...

Kingsley Manor, a Front Porch retirement community in Los Angeles, is hosting its first fashion show on Thursday, March 21 from 5:30 to 8:30 pm in partnership with LA Fashion Week. The show highlights 10 resident participants ranging in age from 68...

Friends House, a Quaker-inspired community for older adults in Santa Rosa, is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2024 with special events on Friday, March 15th. As one of the only Quaker-inspired communities on the West Coast, Friends House has long...

A Senate bill -- the Delivering United Access to Lifesaving Services (DUALS) Act of 2024 ? was introduced by Sens. Bill Cassidy (R-La.), Tom Carper (D-Del.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Mark Warner (D-Va.), Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) and...

Today, the governments of Canada and Quebec and the Municipality of Morin-Heights marked the progress of Habitat Morin-Heights, a project consisting of 30 social and affordable housing units for semi-independent seniors in Morin-Heights. The project,...

Chartwell Retirement Residences ("Chartwell") announced today a cash distribution of $0.051 per Trust Unit.  The cash distribution will be payable on April 15, 2024 to unitholders of record on March 29, 2024....

A new public opinion survey conducted by Campaign Research Inc. finds that 89% of Ontario seniors are either very concerned (57%) or concerned (32%) about the availability of home care services in the province given the significant increase in demand...

While most of the world has returned to pre-pandemic social norms, loneliness and social isolation remain a top concern among aging adults. In a recent survey of Aging Life Care...

At its Spring Policy Forum in Washington, DC this week, the National PACE Association presented a series of leadership awards to elected officials and leaders who have helped to expand the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). Two...

Watercrest Senior Living celebrates their award-winning Chef Manny Florez of Market Street Memory Care Residence Viera who was crowned Best Chef at the One Senior Place "A Taste of Senior Living" cooking competition this month. ...

DiningRD, provider of post-acute and senior care consulting dietitian services and foodservice software has completed the acquisition of Kind Dining, a program of Higher Standards. Kind Dining offers hospitality training to senior care providers....

Health Direct, makers of AminoSculpt Liquid Collagen, has released the first-ever nootropic collagen, AminoMind. This new form of liquid collagen contains the clinically documented dosage of Brain-derived Neurotropic Factor (BDNF) building nutrients....

Jukebox Health, the premier national provider of clinically-led home modifications, proudly announces a strategic investment from Home Depot Ventures. This investment marks a significant stride toward making affordable and accessible housing a...

The Helper Bees, a leader in holistic wellness and independence programs for older adults, is thrilled to announce its partnership with BBC Maestro, a renowned platform for online learning. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in...

Watercrest Senior Living Group proudly announces that Watercrest Winter Park Assisted Living and Memory Care has been recognized with the 800 Award by Reputation, a global leader in reputation performance management....

FirstLight Home Care, an award-winning provider of home care services, has named Susanne DiDonato as its National Caregiver of the Year. This is not just a job for Sue, it is a calling.Susanne was presented with the honor this week during a...