For a significant portion of their lives, most people are in control of their faculties, exercise independence, and do what they want when they feel like it. When this is no longer the case, it can be quite unsettling. As humans age, they may remain...
Modern-day senior living communities emerged in North America as part of a paradigm shift during the early 1980s that called for a more consumer-centered care philosophy. Fortunately, this remains the prevailing philosophy present in the senior living industry today and one can assume that the...
Retirement facilities have increasingly acknowledged the importance of keeping seniors socially active. Not only does it remind them that they are part of a supportive community, but it also has benefits for their health. Studies have shown that staying socially active reduces the risk of...
Present-day assisted living and retirement communities have come a long way, with increased community integration and an emphasis on maintaining independence for residents. The physical environment of a retirement facility must be carefully designed to maximize functionality in terms of daily activities, personal independence, and...
For Immediate Release May 29, 2018 Media Contact Info Ceren Efe info@intouchlink.net Phone: 1877-784-6868 x735 Fax: 1877-784-6868 - Toronto – InTouchLink is pleased to announce the launch of its newest division to provide an innovative pharmacy portal and pharmacy-community data bridge to long term care pharmacies in the USA and Canada. The new...
In recent years, the senior living industry has undergone a branding transition with an increased focus on community and lifestyle. According to Statistics Canada, 29.6% of seniors aged 85 or higher are living in a special care facility, and this number is steadily rising. Many...
We’ve seen them in dentist offices, apartment buildings, subway stations, and hotels. In one single glance, we can check the weather, read the news, get updates on local events, and receive useful and important information. A dedicated TV Channel in your retirement community offers a...
At InTouchLink, we greatly believe in the importance of continuous improvement. As the wise Paulo Coelho once said, “When we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better, too” Our main purpose is to improve the lives of all those involved with our...
You work in a senior living community. Or maybe you run one. Your senior residents, (aka the centre of the establishment), grew up in a simpler time. They got a chance to speak to someone only if they gathered the energy to actually walk over...
1. Set up events so that your assisted living community can come together –employees, residents and family members alike Amidst all the chaos and hustle and bustle, there is one real underlying goal of the holidays: bringing people together. Even if it’s small and simple, it’s...
