#assisted-living
#assisted-living

Miscellaneous

'They'll write books about it': Fall River fire chief tearfully describes scene of deadly Gabriel House fire

fromSFGATE

6 days ago

Public health

Survivor Sues Assisted-Living Facility Over Fatal Fire, Alleges Safety Lapses

Miscellaneous

'They'll write books about it': Fall River fire chief tearfully describes scene of deadly Gabriel House fire

more#fire-safety

First lawsuit filed in deadly Fall River fire

According to Mr. Oldrid, the place was not the Taj Mahal. It was kind of a pretty run-down place. They didn't have enough staff.

Miscellaneous

#fire-incident

Miscellaneous

Investigators narrow down cause of Fall River fire to 2 potential sources

Miscellaneous

Woman, 66, is the 10th person to die after assisted-living facility fire

fromFortune

Boston

Residents at Massachusetts assisted-living facility say staff fled without helping them during fire that killed 9

Miscellaneous

Investigators narrow down cause of Fall River fire to 2 potential sources

Miscellaneous

Woman, 66, is the 10th person to die after assisted-living facility fire

fromFortune

Boston

Residents at Massachusetts assisted-living facility say staff fled without helping them during fire that killed 9

more#fire-incident

Mass. launches effort to improve safety at assisted living facilities after deadly Fall River fire

Massachusetts is implementing a safety initiative for assisted living facilities following a deadly fire that claimed ten lives.

Public health

fromABC7 Los Angeles

9 dead in fire at Massachusetts assisted living facility ranged in age from 61 to 86

Nine people died in a fire at a Massachusetts assisted-living facility, with inadequate staff response cited as a contributing factor.

9 dead, 1 critical in Fall River assisted living facility fire. Here's what we know.

"That is something that none of us want to ever pull up to," Fall River Fire Chief Jeffrey Bacon told reporters Monday morning, describing the chaotic scene. "And unfortunately, ... that happened here last night."

Miscellaneous

SF LGBT

fromsfbaytimes.com

1 month ago

Assisted Living Locators of San Francisco: Compassionate, Inclusive Guidance for Senior Care Decisions

Assisted Living Locators of San Francisco supports LGBTQ+ seniors in navigating senior care options with compassion and advocacy.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Cupertino: More housing units slated for Westport development

"The updated plan will still include 35 memory care units and increase assisted living units from 123 to 136, responding to Cupertino's growing senior population needs."

Silicon Valley real estate

#cupertino

Silicon Valley real estate

Cupertino assisted living facility scales down parking, retail - San Jose Spotlight

Silicon Valley real estate

Cupertino development adds homes, shrinks retail space - San Jose Spotlight

Silicon Valley real estate

Cupertino assisted living facility scales down parking, retail - San Jose Spotlight

Silicon Valley real estate

Cupertino development adds homes, shrinks retail space - San Jose Spotlight

more#cupertino

fromLos Angeles Times

Some pointers on paying capital gains taxes from home sales

Selling your home before health issues arise can be financially wise, but consider capital gains implications.

#elder-care

fromwww.theguardian.com

Retirement

In the US, not even $11,000 a month can buy you dignity at the end of your life

fromBusiness Insider

Retirement

I'm retired and in my 70s. I don't expect or want my children to be my caregivers - I'd much rather take my chances with residential care.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Pets

Why Cameras Are Popping Up in Eldercare Facilities

Family members uncovered neglect and poor care in an assisted-living facility, prompting them to monitor their mother with a hidden camera.

Relationships

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Asking Eric: Our one stubborn sister thinks she has the last word on Mom

One sibling opposes assisted living for their mother despite the family's agreement on her need for additional care amidst unresolved concerns.

Retirement

fromwww.theguardian.com

In the US, not even $11,000 a month can buy you dignity at the end of your life

Assisted living facilities may promise care and companionship but often fail to deliver adequate support, leading to resident neglect.

fromBusiness Insider

Retirement

I'm retired and in my 70s. I don't expect or want my children to be my caregivers - I'd much rather take my chances with residential care.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Pets

Why Cameras Are Popping Up in Eldercare Facilities

Relationships

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Asking Eric: Our one stubborn sister thinks she has the last word on Mom

One sibling opposes assisted living for their mother despite the family's agreement on her need for additional care amidst unresolved concerns.

more#elder-care

from24/7 Wall St.

A Tsunami of Seniors: How Record Numbers of Retirees are Swamping the Economy

The approaching wave of retirees will significantly influence various sectors of the economy.

Financial services and assisted living industries are likely to benefit from the surge of older adults.

fromLos Angeles Times

They were banned from assisted living. They stayed in the caregiving business

Residents had to endure deplorable conditions including feces-laden environments and unsafe living conditions, raising serious concerns over care standards in assisted living facilities.

Healthcare

#senior-living

Brooklyn

The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights: A Premier Senior Living Destination

Brooklyn

The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights: A Premier Senior Living Destination

Brooklyn

The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights: A Premier Senior Living Destination

The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights: A Premier Senior Living Destination

The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights offers luxury senior living with exceptional care and a vibrant Brooklyn location.

Brooklyn

The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights: A Premier Senior Living Destination

The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights: A Premier Senior Living Destination

The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights offers luxury senior living that combines urban sophistication with personalized care.

The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights: A Premier Senior Living Destination

The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights offers luxurious senior living services with a focus on convenience and care.

The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights: A Premier Senior Living Destination

The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights offers luxury senior living with exceptional care and a vibrant Brooklyn location.

more#senior-living

SF parents

fromLos Angeles Times

Banned from assisted living? It's hard for consumers to tell

Public access to the list of banned individuals from running assisted living homes in California remains inadequate.

#wendy-williams

NYC parents

Wendy Williams back in assisted living 'prison' as brother pleads for her release: 'Let her out'

NYC parents

Wendy Williams' niece accused of 'kidnapping' her from $18,000-per-month assisted living facility

Mental health

What We Know About How Wendy Williams Is Doin'

Upper West Side

Wendy Williams Escorted From Assisted Living After Dropping Notes for Help

Wendy Williams expressed distress over her situation in an assisted living facility, asking for help and feeling trapped.

Wellness

Inside Wendy Williams' $52K-per-month assisted living 'prison' with a gourmet chef, 24/7 concierge service and more

Wendy Williams' living facility, perceived as a prison by her, offers luxury amenities resembling a vacation retreat.

Television

Wendy Williams moved to memory unit at assisted living facility after getting drunk at lunch: report

Wendy Williams was moved to a memory unit after an incident involving alcohol at her assisted living facility, not directly related to her dementia.

NYC parents

Wendy Williams back in assisted living 'prison' as brother pleads for her release: 'Let her out'

Wendy Williams is fighting for independence while currently in assisted living, claiming to be mentally fit after a recent evaluation.

NYC parents

Wendy Williams' niece accused of 'kidnapping' her from $18,000-per-month assisted living facility

Mental health

What We Know About How Wendy Williams Is Doin'

Wendy Williams asserts her mental competency amidst guardianship and concerns over her care in an assisted-living facility.

Upper West Side

Wendy Williams Escorted From Assisted Living After Dropping Notes for Help

Wendy Williams expressed distress over her situation in an assisted living facility, asking for help and feeling trapped.

Wellness

Inside Wendy Williams' $52K-per-month assisted living 'prison' with a gourmet chef, 24/7 concierge service and more

Television