After Oakwood Village examined why some assisted living residents had fallen and hurt themselves, the Madison provider of elderly care took two surprising steps: It got rid of fall mats and fall ...

When touring assisted living communities, people often focus on what they see: beautiful lobbies, sunny courtyards and jam-packed calendars with book clubs, yoga, art classes and dance nights. But one ...

The Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensing is responsible for overseeing the state's 264 assisted living centers. (Photo illustration via Getty Images; logo courtesy of the Iowa ...

Senior living communities work best when daily help, clinical oversight, and social contact fit a resident’s actual health ...