Argentum Silver PAC Supports Congressman Brady at Recent Event
May 26, 2017
Paul Williams, Argentum vice president of government relations, recently attended an event on behalf of Argentum Silver PAC for the re-election of Congressman Kevin Brady (R-TX) who serves as the Chairman of the U.S. House of Representatives Ways and Means Committee. Congressman Brady discussed the tax reform efforts of the Ways and Means Committee, which…
Argentum Monitoring Impact of Proposed Budget on Senior Living
May 23, 2017
President Trump’s fiscal year 2018 budget submitted to Congress this week leaves core Social Security and Medicare benefits untouched, but proposes substantial cuts to anti-poverty programs impacting seniors and their families. The budget proposal “A New Foundation for American Greatness,” aims to balance the federal budget over ten years with tax and regulatory reforms aiming…
Love & Company Expands Dallas Office, Hires Market Intelligence Director
May 19, 2017
Dallas, TX – Love & Company, a nationally recognized advertising and consulting firm specializing in the senior living field, recently hired Randy Catron, who has over 20 years experience in market research, as demand for the company’s market intelligence services continues to grow. Love & Company Principal, Tom Mann, notes, “It’s exciting to see not just our Market…
Supreme Court Decision Expected to Benefit Senior Living
May 16, 2017
The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday sided 7-1 with a Kentucky nursing home in a closely watched case related to powers of attorney and arbitration agreements. The Supreme Court of Kentucky previously ruled against Kindred Nursing Centers in a case related to wrongful death lawsuits. The daughters of two nursing home residents who had powers…
Argentum to Continue CCRC Regulation Discussions with Florida Stakeholders
May 15, 2017
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – May 15, 2017 – Argentum is announcing today its sustained commitment to address regulation of Florida’s continuing care retirement communities with state and industry stakeholders at the conclusion of the Florida legislature’s 2017 session. Legislation was proposed during the 2017 session (SB 1430/HB 1349) by Senator Tom Lee (R-Brandon) and Representative Cyndi…
Global Ageing – Be Part of the Solution
May 15, 2017
Imagine a global platform where providers come together to share ideas, innovation, and challenges. Imagine the opportunity to learn from those whose populations are aging faster than ours in the U.S. as well as to share with providers in countries whose aging boom will follow that of the U.S. The Global Ageing Network (formerly IAHSA)…
Making Senior Living the Career of a Lifetime
May 8, 2017
Great leaders often have humble beginnings. Many start their careers in front-line positions, but through hard work and passion for the mission, they rise through the ranks of senior living—an industry rich with plentiful opportunities for advancement. Along the way, they learn some important lessons too. Take, for example, Lisa Fordyce. She is currently chief…
Argentum Honors 2017 Senior Living Community Leader and Six Hero Awardees
May 4, 2017
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – Argentum announced today that Sharon Reynolds, executive director of Five Star Senior Living’s The Neighborhood at Somerset in Somerset, Ky., was honored with the 2017 Argentum Senior Living Community Leadership Award. Conner was recognized at the annual Argentum Senior Living Executive Conference in Nashville, Tenn. The award honors executive directors for exemplary…
Argentum Recognizes Leaders for Advocacy, Thought Leadership, and Service in Senior Living
May 3, 2017
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – Across senior living there are inspiring individuals who are dedicated to advancing the industry and those who show a profound commitment to the residents they serve—those who truly embody the heart of senior living. This week at the Argentum Senior Living Executive Conference, Argentum recognized two Changemakers, Sylvia Mackey and Ed Kenny,…
Argentum Recognizes Best Practices in Senior Living with 2017 Best of the Best Awards
May 3, 2017
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – Argentum recognized the winners of the 2017 Best of the Best Awards at the Argentum Senior Living Executive Conference in Nashville, Tenn. this week. The awards program recognizes innovative programs and best practices working to improve the future of senior living. The programs selected for awards provide solutions relevant to critical imperatives…
Argentum Opens 2017 Senior Living Executive Conference with a Focus on the Future
May 2, 2017
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The 2017 Argentum Senior Living Executive Conference officially kicked off today with a focus on advancing the future of senior living. “There’s never been a more important time to unite and work together to build the future of our industry,” said James Balda, Argentum president and chief executive officer. “Together, we can…
New Member Elected to the Argentum Board of Directors
May 1, 2017
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – Argentum announced today that Tom Grape, chairman and chief executive officer at Benchmark Senior Living, was elected to serve on the Argentum Board of Directors. Grape was an original founder of both Benchmark and Argentum (formerly Assisted Living Federation of America), and has previously served as chairman for the Argentum Board of…