Digital Publications and Toolkits

The 2021 Forecast Report, Argentum’s annual report on the impact of workforce, food, and utilities trends, is designed to help providers and industry partners better plan on how to manage senior living’s three biggest cost drivers. The report traces the effects of a year of disruption and looks ahead with projected conditions and costs, as well as providing perspectives from industry leaders and a survey of what executive directors are anticipating for 2021. Sponsored by Gordon Food Service and PharMerica

The pandemic took a toll on all of America’s workers, but those in senior living, with their mission to care for those most vulnerable, had particular stressors. What do leaders in senior living need to understand when it comes to workforce mental well-being? Argentum looked to leaders inside and outside the industry to weigh in on this critical issue to get an idea of its size and scope, as well as for guidance on effective tools and action to help preserve health, recruitment, and retention. Sponsored by OnShift

Who are the older adults of America? How numerous are they, and how is their population projected to grow? Will those of the next decade be different from those today—in diversity, in financial situations, in need? To answer these questions and more, Argentum pulls together data and insights from multiple sources and perspectives to present a vision of who senior living needs to serve, today and tomorrow. Sponsored by Legacy Healthcare Services

On January 15, 2021, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced that it will be amending the reporting requirements and timeline for the Provider Relief Fund Program (PRF) due to the recent passage of the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act. Additionally, HHS is encouraging all PRF recipients that have received aggregate PRF payments exceeding $10,000 to establish a reporting account by registering at the newly enabled PRF reporting website. This webinar is designed to update members on these expected changes and how to prepare for them.

Vaccine administration is one of the most important issues the senior living industry will address this year. This webinar will provide insight and information to help senior living leaders prepare and be ready to get this right.

Working under the direction of Argentum’s COVID Advisory Council, the Infection Prevention and Control Work Group has developed guidance for infection prevention and control (IPC) specifically for assisted living communities. This webinar is designed to provide a high-level overview of this guidance to help communities assess readiness for various infectious diseases and emerging pathogens and strengthen operations where appropriate. NOTE: Upon purchase you will receive an email with a link to access the webinar. You will be asked to enter your name and email address to proceed.

Argentum’s fourth annual report on the impact of workforce, food, and utilities trends is designed to help providers and industry partners better plan how to manage senior living’s three biggest cost drivers. Thank you to our sponsors Gordon Food Service and PharMerica for their support of the 2021 Forecast Report. Attendees will hear: - Key economic indicators derived from U.S. federal government sources and projections and analysis through proprietary models U.S., state, and regional economic indicators - Expert analysis in the areas of labor, food, and utilities costs on what the data means for your company - Results from a voluntary survey of Certified Directors of Assisted Living who revealed their perspectives, outlook, and concerns NOTE: Upon purchase you will receive an email with a link to access the webinar. You will be asked to enter your name and email address to proceed.

The pandemic has created a crisis in confidence on the part of adult children making long-term care decisions for their parents. Additionally, this past year has demonstrated how difficult it has been to differentiate Senior Living from nursing homes in the eyes of the public, the media, and regulatory agencies. How we lead now will determine if we emerge from this crisis as a stronger industry, with our reputations restored. This webinar will feature a crisis communications expert who will engage industry leaders in a thoughtful discussion of the path forward. NOTE: Upon purchase you will receive an email with a link to access the webinar. You will be asked to enter your name and email address to proceed.

As resident acuity increases, ensuring safety becomes more complex. The pandemic has brought into sharp focus the need for “touchless” remote monitoring and reliable telehealth tools. Additionally, medication management and falls prevention innovations depend on technology. This webinar will provide you with an overview of recent advances, along with a case study on how one senior living operator implemented a touchless remote monitoring solution. NOTE: Upon purchase you will receive an email with a link to access the webinar. You will be asked to enter your name and email address to proceed.

Hiring and employee retention in senior living is a challenge in any environment. Regional or single-state operators without larger corporate structures can sometimes be at a disadvantage when competing with national players. Our members and webinar attendees asked for help, and this webinar is the response. Presenters will pack in as many strategies as possible for operators with fewer communities and smaller geographic footprints. NOTE: Upon purchase you will receive an email with a link to access the webinar. You will be asked to enter your name and email address to proceed.