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The Journal on Active Aging brings articles of value to professionals dedicated to older-adult quality of life. Content sweeps across the active-aging landscape to focus on education and practice. Find articles of interest by searching the article archives in three ways: Enter a keyword in the articles search bar; click on search by topic; or type a keyword or phrase in the general search bar at the top of the page.
![Stats: 37% of older adults get potentially inappropriate medications-9982 Stats: 37% of older adults get potentially inappropriate medications-9982](images/storyImg.jpg)
Stats: 37% of older adults get potentially inappropriate medications
Researchers have found that the use of potentially inappropriate medications (PIMs) among older adults is "widespread" globally, and significantly in North America, as well as elsewhere. A PIM is a drug for which the potential adverse risks may exceed any expected benefits. Management of life plan, assisted living, and memory communities have an additional reason to make sure their residents are taking only appropriate medications.
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![Closing the sale: Twelve tips for becoming an exceptional salesperson by Colin Milner-9878 Closing the sale: Twelve tips for becoming an exceptional salesperson by Colin Milner-9878](/data/product/9878.jpg)
Closing the sale: Twelve tips for becoming an exceptional salesperson by Colin Milner
What does it take to achieve success in sales? Skilled salespeople demonstrate the knowledge, skills, abilities, training, attitude and discipline to excel with customers.
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![Celebrate + inspire: Planning your Active Aging Week-9874 Celebrate + inspire: Planning your Active Aging Week-9874](/data/product/9874.jpg)
Celebrate + inspire: Planning your Active Aging Week
This annual initiative showcases the power of wellness. If you aren't already planning your participation, now's the time to start.
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![Demystifying ChatGPT for active-aging organizations.by Marilynn Larkin, MA-9870 Demystifying ChatGPT for active-aging organizations.by Marilynn Larkin, MA-9870](/data/product/9870.jpg)
Demystifying ChatGPT for active-aging organizations.by Marilynn Larkin, MA
Here's what you need to know about what is arguably the hottest technology trend today. The potential benefits for organizations and residents/members are real, but so are the cautions. Be prepared to explore!
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Creating "next gen" memory care: Thoughtful design to help people live better longer by Andrew Carle, BS, MHSA
At The Virginian life-plan community, an award-winning memory care renovation promotes resident wellness with a "Safe-Directional-Therapeutic" environment. Family members and staff also benefit.
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![Peak performance: Senior living communities achieve the Pinnacle by Julie King, MS-9860 Peak performance: Senior living communities achieve the Pinnacle by Julie King, MS-9860](/data/product/9860.jpg)
Peak performance: Senior living communities achieve the Pinnacle by Julie King, MS
The 2022 ICAA NuStep Pinnacle Award highlights North America's exemplary senior living communities for wellness. These communities also lead the joint program's Beacon Award honorees.
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