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Topic- Culture Change
More resident diversity needed in life plan communities
The Mather Institute has taken a "frank look at the lack of resident diversity" in one of its latest research briefs.
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DEIB survey, toolkit released for senior living
The first diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) survey and toolkit for senior living was released November 9. The survey, conducted by Ferguson Partners, collected information across the participating companies and reviews both the degree to which DEIB programs are deployed and the diversity of their respective staff. The survey also indicated opportunities for senior living companies to give more focus to DEIB efforts. The DEIB Toolkit was developed for interested companies to customize programs suited to their respective firms.
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Report reveals progress in US LGBTQ older adult experiences, services
While Minnesota is generally seen as a desirable place to age and live well, LGBTQ older adults, who came into adulthood at a different time than today's young adults, have had different experiences and haven't always had the same level of support as they've aged as other adults. To gain insight into these experiences, the University of Minnesota's Northstar Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Program and Rainbow Health conducted research for the 2022 LGBTQ Aging Needs Assessment.
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Health, wellness converging: a global cultural shift
This fascinating 54-page report describes 40 cultural shifts that are shaping the pandemic/post-pandemic world. It's worth reading for insights - culled from the expertise of more than 300 TBWA "cultural spotters" who leverage insights globally - that could directly and indirectly impact organizational planning and marketing going forward.
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