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Lifestyle and the Aging Brain

There’s a growing body of evidence that shows that we do have some control over protecting ourselves from signs of dementia and cognitive decline —…Read More

CCRC Transforms End-of-Life Care with Innovative Space

Death. It can be an uncomfortable topic in long-term care, but new innovations are enhancing how senior living providers cater to residents at the end of…Read More

Cultivating Innovation

Imagine our industry without innovations: We’d all be faxing each other about residents’ shuffleboard tournaments. Instead, whenever one senior living community shares an innovation they…Read More

Embracing Residents’ Sexuality

We all have different perceptions when we hear the word “sexuality.” The World Health Organization’s definition connects sexuality to our sense of mental and physical…Read More

Lifestyle Influences Brain Health

Brain health, or brain fitness, has become a hot topic among professionals working with older adults. Recent research seems to support the idea that brain…Read More

Mather LifeWays Institute on Aging Honors Six Organizations Across the Country with Promising Practices Awards

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Evanston, IL (March 10, 2015) – Mather LifeWays Institute on Aging has awarded six organizations with Promising Practices Awards. The Awards highlight…Read More

Get Smart About Brain Health

Improving brain health has become a hot topic among older adults — and consequently among those who work with this population. Activity directors and lifestyle…Read More

Mather LifeWays Wins Top Two Honors

Mather LifeWays was the recent recipient of two awards. For the second consecutive year, it was named Illinois’ Healthiest Midsize Employer, and Mather LifeWays Institute…Read More

Mather LifeWays Receives Awards for Health, Research

An Evanston-based organization that focuses on better living for older adults recently received two awards, the organization announced earlier this month. Mather LifeWays, a 73-year-old…Read More

Mather LifeWays Walks the Talk on Wellness, Wins Top Honors

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Evanston, Ill. (January 5, 2015) –   “Our commitment to serving older adults is equaled only by our commitment to our employees. We…Read More

LeadingAge Bestows Awards

LeadingAge is recognizing several individuals and organizations over the days of its 2014 annual meeting: Award of Honor: Kay Kallander, senior vice president, strategic planning,…Read More

Mather LifeWays Institute on Aging Releases Brain and Memory Program

Mather LifeWays Institute on Aging has released Boost Your Brain & Memory program, a brain fitness program. The program uses videos and instructor-led exercises to…Read More