Can you explain why you believe that senior living communities are the best place to be during the pandemic? Why do you think so much of the bad press around COVID was aimed at nursing homes and other assisted living communities? Do you think they...
Is memory loss preventable in any way or is it inevitable as we age? Aside from memory loss, what other kinds of cognitive loss are passable and how can we pick up on this early both for ourselves and observing it in our loved ones? Do you think our...
As you get older, how does the role of marriage change? Why is the divorce rate among married couples over 50 increasing in the US? Do you think any of this is because of a lack of understanding of relationships, changing roles as we age? What can...
The Caregiver’s Journey, discussing the 6 stages of caregiving - The importance of understanding older family relationships - What are some things the average person can do to maintain their mental health as they grow older? Why do you think it’s so...
Impact of the pandemic on senior living communities? What makes the recession caused by this pandemic different from other historical recessions? What have been the most effective ways senior living communities curbed the spread of the pandemic...
Why is it so important that our older adults get vaccinated quickly? How does the vaccine work? What is different about this vaccine? (Myths and Facts) Logistics of the vaccines - Should the vaccine be mandatory for Senior Living Staff? How has the...
Overview on my journey of doing films and photo shoots for senior living companies - How to represent seniors in marketing: Some companies want realistic residents and some want seniors that are younger than their resident age demographic - Photos...
Tell us more about the mission of Silvernest and what need you’re looking to fulfill - Can you explain how Silvernest homesharing works (walk through process from start to housemate)? What are some specific benefits for homeowners, housemates and...
Differences in all types of senior housing - Healthy Aging and how senior living environments can support this - What to look for when considering senior housing for yourself or a loved one - What to consider as you are thinking about making this...
Brief overview of SENS - Why try to end aging? How soon do you think we will end aging? What is your approach? What role does rejuvenation biotech play in the COVID-19 pandemic? How would regenerative medicine help us better cope with the pandemic...
The current state of fitness in senior living - Misconceptions about aging and exercise – ie. Gentle exercise and stretching - How focusing on fitness can help senior living orgs to succeed post pandemic - Where to start for senior living orgs...
The next generation consumer that was coming even before COVID, and with that, the advent of affinity group senior living. Our COGENT brand will be the first to introduce true coliving created for seniors. What the continuum of care will mean to...
(3 of 5) - The pandemic has highlighted the resiliency of the human spirit across humanity, particularly those serving the older adults. It has made many people slow down and give them the time to think about what’s most important.
(2 of 5) - What is the “silver lining” in this crisis for you? In times of crisis, we must project optimism and look for opportunities and possibilities. We will survive this crisis and come out of it stronger if we work together, demonstrate...
(1 of 5) - 2020 has been an eventful year for all of us globally, particularly for healthcare workers and older adults in long-term care. However 2020 had silver linings that would stand out as astonishing triumphs of human achievement in any older...
What was it like being diagnosed with dementia at the age of 49? What do you wish you knew then, that you know now? Why have you been campaigning for dementia as a disability, and for human rights all people with dementia for over a decade? Tell us...
Everyone ages differently - Why does senior living have to be a one-size fits all approach? Why not different? Why loneliness is different than social isolation – and how to tackle both? The looming housing affordability crisis Changing tastes/needs...
Access to care
Supporting caregivers with technology
Challenges with technology
Staying healthy at home
Organizational stewardship
High turnover rates in nursing home leadership
Changing the way geriatric care is delivered
Evidence-based practice
How Amy's current work is the perfect fusion of her personal caregiving experience and professional experience Caregiving during the holidays in the middle of a pandemic Mental health issues for caregivers AARP Facebook Group and other resources for...
Overview of the sources of capital available to providers - Equity, Bank Debt, Finance Companies. What does a lender look for in evaluating credit? From a national lender’s perspective, how are the Seniors Housing and Skilled Nursing industries...
Describe the Green House Project and how it differs from a traditional nursing home? How have the Green House homes fared during the pandemic? Where are Green House homes located? Do Green House homes support people living with dementia, and if so...
Discuss how the pandemic has elevated the value of resident engagement and the criticalness of connecting with family and friends Discuss why the pandemic has allowed residents a greater voice in what is offered and how moving forward it should...
How retirement has changed over the last 20 years, but industry has not evolved to meet those needs The role of technology in supporting Baby Boomers - Are they participating online and do they use tech? How inclusive UX can support underserved...
How does the design of senior living environments differ from the design of other spaces? Christine's design philosophy she created based on her experience, called "Sensory Design" Senior Living should be seen as a reward, not a consolation - How...
Can you provide us an update on the state of the virus in your area and its impact on the senior living industry over the past months? What makes the current state of long-term care so tenuous? What are some things owners and operators need to do to...
The People Investment in senior living. (taking care of those that work for you) The redefining of senior living sales culture post COVID-19 (People, census, profit) How incentives play a vital role in 2021 census Being a young leader in senior...
We asked Ravi Bala - What do you envision for the future of the older adult experience? What are some of the most promising technologies emerging for Aging at Home General trends in healthcare and their impact on Eldercare / Aging at Home What do...
This episode is a first for Boomer Living – Christine Thelker is an elder care advocate who has been living with dementia for six years. She is very open about her experience and why she chose to make it public. Christine opens up about the...
Cliff Ewing and I talked about an important part of elder care that is often left out of the conversation – heating, ventilation, and air conditioning, or HVAC. During his seven years in the HVAC industry, he’s worked on projects in multifamily...
