Awards and Recognition Programs Archives - Page 9 of 16

2014 Senior Living By Design Awards

November 1, 2013

Second-annual competition reflects changing consumer lifestyle preferences

Accountability, Loyalty and Strong Leadership Allow Community Staff to Flourish

October 29, 2013

While a number of factors contribute to the success of a senior living community, a crucial piece of the puzzle is strong leadership at the top.

Executive directors play a vital role at the helm of their communities, and many share key characteristics

Submit Your Nominations for the 2014 ALFA Awards Programs!

October 29, 2013

ALFA has opened up nominations for its annual awards program, designed to recognize outstanding individuals and best practices in the field of senior living. Changes to the programs this year include a public voting process for the Hero Awards and new cat

Honoring the Life of a Resident Following His or Her Passing

October 22, 2013

When residents arrive at Pathway Senior Living’s Victory Centre of Bartlett for the first time, they enter through the front door. And if they happen to pass away there, that’s exactly how they will leave the community for the last time, too.

Personal Care Partner Improves Outcomes for Memory Care Residents

October 15, 2013

Senior Lifestyle Corp. understands the heart-wrenching decisions and torn feelings that families experience when they put a loved one into one of its Legacy Court memory care neighborhoods. The company created the “Walk With Me” program to help families t

Provider Encourages Sales Staff to Build Meaningful Relationships

October 8, 2013

Five Star Quality Care has enhanced its sales standards and processes to help sales associates redouble efforts on the inquiries that can be turned into opportunities, and the opportunities most likely to become success stories.

Social Website Eases Transition for Residents and their Families

October 2, 2013

Relocating into a new home can be stressful for anyone, including the family members of those moving into a senior living community. Elmcroft Senior Living debuted a website that improves communication between the community and the residents’ family, ensu

Multifaceted Green Strategy Brings Savings to New and Existing Communities

September 24, 2013

While many new projects aim for LEED certification, Brightview Senior Living’s holistic approach to going green includes retrofitting existing buildings to reap savings companywide while reducing their environmental impact.

First Class of ALFA Knights Advocate for Seniors

September 18, 2013

This year, ALFA introduced the ALFA Knight program, designed to encourage year-round advocacy and reward top advocates with a special distinction for their extraordinary efforts on behalf of senior living. This week, two individuals became the first membe

Mobile App Solves Hospitality and Dining Issues with the Click of a Button

September 11, 2013

Brookdale Senior Living has 20 years of experience in resolving the day-to-day challenges that can arise in food service, dining, and hospitality. Now the company has found a solution to one more challenge: How to tap into all that institutional memory wh

Engagement Program Has New Residents Saying “Wow!”

September 4, 2013

Making new residents feel welcome in the community is paramount in keeping residents happy and reducing turnover rates. BMA Management’s “WoW” program brings an individualized approach to each senior choosing to call the community their new home.

Orientation Program Reduces Caregiver Turnover

August 27, 2013

While most company orientations focus on simply instructing new employees on how to handle tasks and perform daily duties, one senior living company takes orientation to whole new level, ensuring that new hires truly feel like part of the family.