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Inflation & Staffing – Trying Not to Panic

I hope not to overwhelm the reader of this article with statistics and examples, because the impact of cost increases in both inflation and staffing vary by location, type of community, and management decisions. Over my 37 years of involvement in the retirement community industry, I thought I had learned not to let a few events or factors cause panic. But the reality of inflation’s impact to tangible purchases [...]

2023-06-04T19:06:22-04:00February 14th, 2023|A Parting Word - By David Ammons|

Waiting List – Priority List – Reservation List – Etc.

I still get caught by surprise by a particular community’s process for their Waiting List. I will share what I know or believe I know, but let me be very clear at the beginning of this article that you need to be sure to ask enough questions with a community you are talking to in order to fully understand their “_________ List.” [...]

2023-06-04T19:07:04-04:00December 29th, 2022|A Parting Word - By David Ammons|

Comfortable Conversations for Important Decisions

From time to time, we notice a loved one doing something that makes us stop and wonder. We worry about their wellbeing. We see signs that there may be problems to solve. Our parent, spouse or dear friend, for example, seems frustrated with their job, but is having trouble thinking about making a change or retiring. [...]

2023-06-04T19:07:05-04:00December 29th, 2022|Dr. Cheryl Greenberg, Wellness|
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