Healthcare Professional Blog
It’s Time to Acknowledge the Senior Mental Health Crisis — and Ways We Can Help
While transitions are a normal part of life, even small changes can have a much larger impact on seniors’ mental and physical well-being than we often acknowledge. At Brookdale, we know that transitions can trigger anxiety and depression for the seniors moving into our communities. Our intentionality with our residents embodies our approach to helping seniors live well at all times, but especially through transition.
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How Brookdale Helps Prevent Polypharmacy Among Residents
Polypharmacy among senior adults is a growing concern. At Brookdale, we combine clinical oversight, care coordination and a whole-person approach to care to help minimize polypharmacy and enrich our residents from the inside out.
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It's Time for Senior Living to Go Beyond the Amenities to Support Value-Based Care
Senior living communities with clinical expertise can make a difference in the overburdened healthcare system. Kim Elliott, Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer at Brookdale, explains why Brookdale can be a strategic partner in the value-based continuum of care.
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How Brookdale Helps Manage the Top 10 Chronic Conditions for Seniors
We’ve outlined the 10 most common chronic conditions among senior patients and how Brookdale helps aging adults live healthy, happy and whole lives.
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It’s Time to Rethink How—and Where—Healthcare is Delivered
Daily habits can impact long-term health outcomes. But how much healthcare does the traditional system truly provide? That’s why high-quality assisted living is an essential part of a value-based continuum of care.
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What’s in This Pillbox? Helping Prevent Polypharmacy Among Seniors
Medication management often needs an extra set of eyes — and hands. Brookdale partners with clinicians to help prevent polypharmacy among seniors.
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Multiple Levels of Care Provides Options
Assisted living conversations can often get sidetracked. Amenities like pools, movie theaters or game rooms distract from the real conversation. Yes, they’re looking for a place to live, but they’re also looking for a place for care. Your recommendation can help establish the right focus for your patients.
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Beyond the Amenities: Care at Brookdale is Personal
Health is inextricably tied to how patients live. And while other long-term care facilities may lead with their pools, dining rooms, and amenities, at Brookdale we prioritize the health and well-being of our residents.
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How Brookdale Helps Support Chronic Conditions Like Diabetes in Seniors
People with diabetes sometimes struggle to manage their condition. Brookdale gives physicians another resource in helping seniors manage multiple chronic conditions.
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Eating Well Is a Part of Living Well
Brookdale is focused on keeping older adults engaged and social, including through their dining experiences.
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How Brookdale Supports Chronic Conditions Like Congestive Heart Failure
Managing congestive heart failure can be a full-time job. That’s why when recommending an assisted living community, you should prioritize clinical expertise, especially for your patients with chronic conditions.
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The Importance of Care Advocacy
Advocates offer support during transitional life events and participate in care discussions with professional care teams.
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Caring for Your Patients with Chronic Conditions
Our approach to managing chronic conditions helps educate, empower and support residents while maintaining an overall focus on wellness.
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Did You Know About These Medicare Options?
Changes to Medicare may mean a 10-day respite stay with Brookdale’s Bridge Care Transitions, traditionally only available as a private-pay option, may now be covered under your patients’ Medicare Advantage plan.
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How Brookdale Helps Manage the Top 10 Chronic Conditions for Seniors
We’ve outlined the 10 most common chronic conditions among senior patients and how Brookdale helps aging adults live healthy, happy and whole lives.
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