Here’s the dilemma. We’ve seen firsthand how physically and mentally damaging social isolation can be on seniors, but—at least for the foreseeable future—we can’t go back to in-person visits, group activities, concerts, and crowded dining halls.

Kristin Kutac Ward, CEO of Solutions Advisors Group and Solvere Living, is one such leader—with more than 25 years of management experience in senior living. She tapped into consumers’ feelings, needs, and concerns early on…

The COVID pandemic has made it clear that wellness is no longer an option for senior living communities. Residents will expect it, even demand it.

“We think of the passing of the ADA as an ‘Independence Day’ for people with disabilities,” says Marcela Abadi Rhoads, FAIA, RAS, owner of Abadi Accessibility. The ADA, the landmark legislation designed to increase the inclusion of people with disabilities in all aspects of community life, ushered in a new era of independence for millions of Americans.

Why is Wellness an important discussion when designing outdoor spaces in Senior Living?

When thinking about our state of mind and well-being, our connection with nature plays a significant role.  Let’s take a moment to break down these dimensions, inclusive of outdoor spaces.