Senior Living Guide

We've Moved!

2010-02-22T16:55:00.000-08:00

Please check out our NEW blog which is incorporated into our website - www.seniorlivingguide.com. We'll keep you posted on senior events and changes & updates to our website. 2010 is the year we go national and assist more seniors and their loved ones in finding the perfect place for the golden years as well as bring our advertisers who offer everything from senior housing options to home health care and services more leads and quality referrals.

Be sure to check us out and bookmark http://blog.seniorlivingguide.com/content/

New Issue of SeniorStyle!

2009-09-29T14:42:00.000-07:00

SeniorLivingGuide.com proudly announces the Fall Issue of SeniorStyle - Information and Entertainment For Your Generation. You can Access SeniorStyle from our home page. This issue has many great features including home organization tips, safe traveling information, health & fitness articles, a far east twist on Mahjongg and MUCH more. Register at SeniorStyle and you'll receive updates on new issues plus other membership benefits like vendor discounts and specials!

NEW PAGE FOR OUR ADVERTISERS!

2009-05-12T10:32:00.000-07:00

In an effort to get our senior housing advertisers even more traffic we've implemented a static page for each listing on www.seniorlivingguide.com. These pages are optimized for Google and other search engines and gets your community or service that much closer to the top of search results. These pages are in addition to your searchable listing in our database and come at no additional coat to our advertisers.

www.seniorlivingguide.com and Senior Living Guide know the importance of thorough distribution on the Internet and this is just another way we are putting our advertisers in front of the right people, at the right time.

We're In Philly!

2009-05-06T10:45:00.000-07:00

Senior Living Guide is at the ALFA conference in Philadelphia PA. So far the show has been great and we've made lots of new contacts. ALFA conferences are a great opportunity for senior housing industry professionals to learn all of the new features and improvements Senior Living Guide & www.seniorlivingguide.com have introduced in the past year. We've been demonstrating new tools and products like our Grid Listings, Traffic Tracking, web Tracking and of course, our new website and the unprecedented growth we've had in the past 6 months.

If you had a chance to make it to ALFA this year and you stopped by to say hello, THANKS. If you were not able to make it and you have questions, drop us a line, we'd love to speak with you!

Google Ad Campaigns

2009-03-22T08:32:00.000-07:00

In an ongoing effort to produce more leads for our advertisers we have recently increased our SEO & SEA efforts. Look for us on major search engines!

SeniorStyle 2009 is out!

2009-02-23T10:02:00.000-08:00

We are proud to announce our new online senior resource - SeniorStyle - Information and Entertainment for Your Generation. SeniorStyle is available by visiting www.seniorlivingguide.com and clicking on the links to the right OR by signing up for membership and receiving automatic notifications of new issues! We hope our readers find the information within SeniorStyle to be entertaining, insightful and resourceful!

SeniorLivingGuide.com to ReRelease SeniorStyle

2008-12-17T09:09:00.000-08:00

In our ongoing efforts to provide seniors and their loved ones with the most accurate and detailed information in the senior housing and services industry, SeniorLivingGuide.com will be redeveloping and distributing SeniorStyle - our online senior news and entertainment magazine. Here you will find articles ranging from finance and legal issues to what's hot in senior trends, travel and entertainment. Look for our new issue coming January 2009!

2008-11-04T03:20:00.000-08:00

Check out this great piece on Senior Helpers in the Triangle, NC area. This is a great news video that not only explains how this service benefits seniors who want to remain in their own homes, but also shows the human factor of such a service. If you'd like more information on Senior Helpers, visit them on our website or go to www.seniorhelpers.com.

Senior Living Guide Announces NEW Website!

2008-10-17T10:35:00.000-07:00

www.seniorlivingguide.com, the nations premier online senior housing resource proudly announces the launching of their NEW and IMPROVED website! New features include a zip code range search, exact city matches, search results optionally limited to listings with pricing information, larger images, Google mapping, favorite advertisers and a shortened contact for mor information process. Our advertiser tools such as client folders and tracking systems have all been redesigned to have the same look and feel of our main site to enhance your experience. Check us out online today for more information!

2009 Alzheimer's Educational Conference

2008-09-26T16:21:00.000-07:00

Dear Alzheimer's Alliance Members & Interested Parties:

On behalf of Alzheimer's Community Care Inc., and the Alzheimer's Alliance, I am pleased to extend an invitation to participate in the 2009 Alzheimer's Educational Conference, which will be held on May 28 & 29, at the Palm Beach County Convention Center in West Palm Beach, Florida. This annual event continues to break records, and the 2009 Conference will once again be one of the largest Alzheimer's conferences in the nation, with more than 600 caregivers, family members and healthcare professionals expected to attend! In appreciation of your ongoing support, we are offering an early exhibitor opportunity exclusively for Alzheimer's Alliance Members. Alzheimer's Alliance Members who submit signed commitment forms prior to November 15, 2008, will receive 2008 Conference exhibitor pricing! Want even more exposure for your organization? Please consider one of the exciting sponsorship opportunities that will greatly enhance your ability to market your products and services!

Please Note: A $100 discount will be applied to signed exhibitor commitment forms received prior to November 15, 2008. Exhibitor table placement is processed on a "first come, first serve" basis, so we encourage you to send in your commitment form today to guarantee a prime location within the Grand Exhibit Hall!

If you would like additional information, or would like to discuss the various sponsorship opportunities available, please do not hesitate to contact me directly, or visit www.alzcare.org.

We thank you for your continued support of this premier educational event and look forward to your participation in the 2009 Alzheimer's Educational Conference!

Best Regards,

George M. Tokesky

Vice President, Community Care Services

Alzheimer's Community Care, Inc.

800 Northpoint Parkway, Suite 101-B

West Palm Beach, FL 33407

Tele: (561) 683-2700

Fax: (561) 683-7600

E-mail: GTokesky@alzcare.org

American Health Care Convention

2008-09-26T15:37:00.000-07:00

There is still time to register for the American Health Care Association's 59th Annual Convention & Expo which takes place October 5-8th at the Gaylord Opryland Resort in Nashville. The Convention offers up to 14 specialized workshop tracks for administrators, owners/CEOs, CFOs, DONs and other long term care providers. Top presenters include Ted Koppel and Chris Gardner, with a performance by Wynonna Judd. Debbie Afasano of our staff will be the closing plenary session speaker.

Click the banner above to register.

NC Senior Games State Finals 2008 in Raleigh, September 22 - 28

2008-09-18T09:03:00.000-07:00

State Finals lasts for 18 days and showcases over 3100 registered participants in over 70 sports and arts activities. Since the inaugural State Finals in 1985 to the present, this event has become a celebration in the truest sense of the word. It provides individuals from participants to volunteers, an opportunity to showcase their talents, enjoy being active, renew old skills and learn new ones.

The gala Opening Ceremony of this annual event is on Thursday, September 25, at WakeMed Soccer Park starting at 6:30 p.m. with the Parade of Participants, torch lighting, entertainment, and special guests. With the largest number of Local Senior Games ever – fifty-four – the number of registered participants grow daily. Come and enjoy this celebration of the human spirit! Great parking and seating. Prior to the Opening Ceremonies, enjoy the Cheerleader Showcase at 5 p.m. at the SAS Soccer Park on Thursday, September 25. Watch performances by the Local Games’ Cheerleading squads from across the state. Join in the Funwalk prior to the Open Ceremonies.

You are invited to celebrate the arts by visiting the Heritage, Literary, and Visual Arts Showcase at the NCSU McKimmon Center on Saturday, September 27 from 9:00 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Performing Arts Follies is on Friday evening, September 26, at 7:00 p.m. Get your tickets ($l0) at WakeMed Stadium on Thursday evening or at the McKimmon Center beginning at noon on Friday, September 26 or at the door before the show.

This year’s Senior Expo is from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the McKimmon Center. There will be exhibits from sponsors, coordinating agencies and various health and fitness organizations…free gifts and great information. Flue shots will be available!

Event Schedule and Map for Raleigh events are available at www.ncseniorgames.org or call 919-851-5456 for more information.

North Carolina Senior Games, Inc. (NCSG) is a non-profit organization that began in 1983 with a mission of creating a year round health promotion and education program for adults 55 years of age and better. Senior Games provides a holistic approach to keeping the body, mind and spirit fit while enjoying the company of friends, family, spectators and volunteers.

Senior Helpers Releases Video Showcasing Their Services!

2008-09-17T15:42:00.000-07:00

Senior Helpers of Raleigh currently provides in-home companion care in and around the Raleigh metro area of Wake and Johnston County. Filmed on 9/9/08, the attached video is a good reflection of the Senior Helper goal of helping people stay independent and in their homes as long as possible. Since the beginning of July this year, Sharon Becker has been one of the many clients assisted by Senior Helpers. With no immediate family in the Raleigh area and in need of daily assistance in order maintain her independent life style, she has relied on a caregiver from Senior Helpers to help get her through these past three months. All caregivers hired by Senior Helpers must pass an exhaustive national background check prior to being placed with a client and are matched based on the individual needs of the client.

Hours of service for clients can range from 3 hours a day to 24/7. Additional information about rates and the services provided by Senior Helpers of Raleigh is available by calling 919-424-8349 or visiting www.SeniorHelpers.com .

Fairfax Publishing Announces NEW Publication in the Florida West Coast!

2008-09-09T12:18:00.000-07:00

Fairfax Publishing Company, Inc.
proudly announces a new publication

Senior Living Resource Magazine,
West Coast Florida Edition.

This addition compliments our existing publications in Southwest, Southeast, and Central Florida. Representatives for this new market-

Amy Ricciardi
Amy joined the Fairfax team four years ago as publisher of our Central Virginia Senior Source publication. She held a position on the education committee for The Richmond Senior Network for 3 years where she directly assisted in development and execution of education seminars and their annual Senior Day. In 2008 Amy coordinated the Lifestyle Pavilion at the Southern Womens Show in Virginia. Along with her years in Senior Housing advertising she spent seven years working in property management for senior communities in Central Virginia. Amy’s extensive background in advertising and industry brings a solid understanding of her clients current and future needs. aricciardi@se niorlivingguide.com

Ryan Sadorf

Ryan joins the Fairfax team with a degree in graphic design from Olivet Nazarene University in Illinois. With five years of publishing, advertising and industry-related background, Ryan possesses unusually diverse experience when it comes to recommending advertising choices. He understands the senior industry, its flexibility and trends and uses that knowledge when developing effective and budget-wise marketing plans for his clients. rsadorf@seniorlivingguide.com

New Team Members!

2008-09-06T12:46:00.001-07:00

Fairfax Publishing Company, Inc. proudly welcomes 2 new members to our team!

Eric Ernsberger is coming aboard in the Central Virginia market. He has a long sales history and a proven track record. He is very excited to be joining the Fairfax team as the new Associate Publisher of Central VA. Eric can be contacted at eernsberger@seniorlivingguide.com

Kelly Wilson joins us in Florida where she will be working in the Palm Beach and Treasure Coast market for the SE Florida Senior Living Guide along with Luanne Procopio in Broward and Dade County. Kelly comes to the Fairfax Team with a diverse background as the previous owner of two Assisted Living Facilities as well as healthcare industry sales and marketing. She can be reached at kwilson@seniorlivingguide.com

Welcome to Fairfax!

www.SeniorLivingGuide.com continues to GROW!

2008-09-06T11:00:00.000-07:00

In our quest to be not only the best, but the LARGEST senior housing resource on the web, we've recently added content in the Midwest, Southwest and Northwestern United States. Many exciting changes are taking place at SLG.com. Stay tuned!

AARP's Healthiest Hometowns

2008-08-14T12:44:00.000-07:00

AARP recently released their "Healthiest Hometowns" list. Did YOUR city make the cut?

"These cities have made robust living—and active retirement—a priority. After reading why, you might want to move there too."
more

Look for these and many other places to be search able on www.seniorlivingguide.com soon!

Retirement is BOOMING...

2008-08-10T02:57:00.000-07:00

Almost 18% of American adults are now retired, Internet usage expected to grow.
August 10, 2008 – The status and demographics of retirees are changing so fast that marketers almost need a monthly snap shot. In the U.S., 17.9% of adults are now retired, according a recent report by The Media Audit. But, that number has increased by 6% in just the last five years. It will climb even faster as the Baby Boomers exit the workforce.

The Media Audit says these adults, who are nearing retirement, are now one of the fastest growing demographics in the country and this horde of Boomers will keep the retirement boom going for the next few decades.Consumption habits of aging Americans are likely very different from those of their predecessors because they are living longer, achieving higher levels of education, are wealthier, and redefining what it means to be retired.

Retired adults today spend only 89 minutes per day online, a figure that is 26% less than the average U.S. adult who spends 123 minutes per day online.

The next generation of retirees, though, is expected to be more computer and internet friendly, since Baby Boomers between the ages of 45 and 64 spend a considerably higher amount of time online - 123 minutes per day.

Seniors Now Have a Voice!

2008-08-08T05:37:00.000-07:00

www.seniorlivingguide.com has added a message board for seniors and their loved ones to discuss issues important to them! You can visit us here. We look forward to reading your thoughts!

New Markets And Growth For Our Website!

2008-08-07T07:06:00.000-07:00

www.seniorlivingguide.com has added new markets to their website now offering content in nearly 20 states! These new listings comprise senior housing facilities operated by Century Park Associates. We're busy getting all of their information, pictures and floor plans up but this is a great sign of great things to come. www.seniorlivingguide.com is growing from the nations premier source of senior housing information into the nations LARGEST source of senior housing information.

Scoop - THE SOURCE for Senior Industry News and Events

2008-08-06T10:37:00.000-07:00

Senior Living Guide’s Scoop Newsletter is another free service provided to industry professionals by the publishers of Senior Living Guide. The Scoop is a monthly electronic email newsletter distributed to more than 2,500 subscribers. The Scoop brings subscribers all the up-to-date senior industry news, information and resources currently happening in each region. The Scoop is provided in the Midlands, SC; Upstate, SC; Charlotte, NC; Triangle, NC; Florida and Virginia regions. Anyone is welcome to submit information* for the newsletter. Submissions range from Career Opportunities, Calendar of Events, Educational Events, Announcements, Celebrations, Fundraisers, Photos, etc. Sponsorship opportunities are also available with a free link to the sponsor’s web page. The Calendar of Events is linked to the Google Calendar which can be easily printed by the subscriber in an “agenda” format.

Send us an email at info@seniorlivingguide.com the next time you need to get the word out or if you would like to receive your FREE Scoop!

*(All submissions are subject to editing for space consideration)

Recess for Retirement!

2008-08-02T18:56:00.000-07:00

School kids aren't the only ones hitting the playground these days! Across the pond SENIORS are taking to the park for some physical fun.

The playground, located in Manchester, is designed for the over 60 adventurer and focuses on gentle exercises for different parts of the body such as hips, legs and torso.

Could this be a trend we'll see here in the states?

Click Here to read the full article.

Senior Housing News from Senior Living Guide and www.seniorlivingguide.com

2008-08-02T13:01:00.000-07:00

Senior Living Guide and www.seniorlivingguide.com are the nation's leading resources for senior housing options and senior services. We offer online and print directories of Assisted living Facilities, Retirement Communities, Alzheimer's & Dementia Care, Nursing and Rehabilitation Centers, Active Adult Communities and Senior Related Support Services. Our free publications are distributed in Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina and Virginia, and our online content contains information on senior housing communities nationwide.

www.seniorlivingguide.com offers information to care givers loved ones and seniors themselves and contains information consumers need to know including floor plans, pictures, amenities and pricing.
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