Designing Purpose and Community into Supportive Living
The Elder Cooperative Housing is the third design concept in a series if designs studying options for elders who become a bit less independent, but prefer housing options that keep them in community and out of licensed care. As we have discussed in past blogs, many elders find themselves with a need for some mild... Continue Reading →
The Ohana House is another design we have been exploring that could serve elders or others approaching the “tipping point” in needing support. Ohana means both “family” and “house within a house.” Some of our previous blogs have discussed our research regarding the needs of those aging independently, often alone, who begin to reach a... Continue Reading →
What if Medicaid reimbursement rates for long-term care could increase by 35%? Would more operators enter the field, offering more choice? Would care and wellness improve? Would staffing ratios and staff training increase, and staff be compensated better? Would nursing home environments improve? Would private pay rates decrease, no longer having to offset the shortfall... Continue Reading →
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