December 2021
News and information regarding tips for organizing the home of an older adult, the differences between Medicaid and Medicare, the importance of getting a good night's sleep, Gardant's LIT graduates and more.
Gardant VP of Development and Positioning Rick Banas served as a panelist for a discussion on “Conducting Market Studies for Affordable Assisted Living” during the 2021 NCHMA Annual Conference in December.

Joining him on the panel were Nathan Young of Vogt Strategic (VS) Insights, who served as Moderator; Valerie Kretchmer of Valerie Kretchmer and Associates; Karin Zosel, Executive Director of the Affordable Assisted Living Coalition; and Jerri Bain, Director of Real Estate Lending with the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority.
Immunosenescence is the gradual decline in immune system function as one ages, thus making seniors more susceptible to illness.
Studies are showing the critical nature of vaccines, especially the COVID-19 vaccination for older adults. “[These vaccines] are more stimulatory to the immune system. So they work much better at stimulating a protective immune response in older adults.”
Winter of Shivers and Older Adults
Rick Banas shares what the 2022 Farmers Almanac predicts for the winter season, as well as tips to stay warm and safe as the cold weather approaches.
And To All a Good Night
Gardant's Assistant Vice President of Clinical Operations, Meghann Giarraputo, discusses the importance of getting a good night's sleep and how it impacts our health.
Leadership in Training (LIT) Graduates Announced
Recently, Gardant Management Solutions hosted a 2021 Leadership-in-Training (LIT) graduation ceremony. Four individuals were honored during this ceremony: Dawn Elqunni (Heritage Woods of McHenry), Meylon Jackson (St. Anthony of Lansing), Thomas Turner (Heritage Woods of Noblesville) and Derrick Williams (Montclare Supportive Living).
Social isolation is damaging to your health
The last year and a half of the pandemic has shown us the importance of social interaction and detriment of social isolation. A recent study published in JAMA Internal Medicine confirmed the critical nature of social interaction among subjects.
Tips for celebrating the holidays with loved ones in Assisted Living
DailyCaring provides tips for celebrating the holidays with loved ones in assisted living. Some festive suggestions we liked included the following:

1. Decorate their room with a small tree or hang a wreath.
2. Help them decide on gifts for the family and include them in the wrapping process.
3. Arrange for family visits, whether virtual or in-person.
Tips for organizing a senior adult's home
Organizing a senior adult's home often requires taking extra precautions. Sabrina's Organizing offers some helpful tips.
A new study indicates that the right amount of sleep could help reduce your risk of mental decline
According to co-senior study author Dr. David Holtzman, “it was particularly interesting to see that not only those with short amounts of sleep but also those with long amounts of sleep had more cognitive decline.”
13 common causes of hearing loss
U.S. News details possible contributing factors to hearing impairment in this informative article.
Margaret Dilullo received an early birthday present from Yuengling Beer just before her 107th birthday.
She attributes her long life to drinking a can a day.
The differences between Medicare and Medicaid explained
They may sound similar and have been developed the same day, but Medicare and Medicaid are two very different government-backed healthcare programs. U.S. News discusses the differences between the two.
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