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volume 18 | Number 6
PublisheD by alfa
contents | November/December2011
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FEATURES
12 Executive Focus group: At their Service
by bryaN ochalla
Three dining executives have a frank discussion about
residents’ preferences and current dining trends, dietary
concerns, staffing challenges, and the important role food
service plays in enhancing their residents’ lives.
16 Design that Fits
by aNya martiN
Architects, providers, and other senior living experts
discuss the latest trends in senior living design, including
space allocation and the impact of HUD funding.
20 From the ground up: Inside these Walls
by aDam stoNe
All year long, Senior Living Executive has been following
Carlton Senior Living as it launches a new community.
In our latest installment, utility work is moving along, the
foundation is laid, and the pieces are coming together as the
community nears completion.
24 Life Safety on the cutting Edge
by bryaN ochalla
Life-safety providers are increasingly incorporating new
technology into a range of devices—from pagers to tablet
devices and smartphones—to accommodate the needs of
residents and providers alike.
RELIABLE RESOURCES
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top of Mind
Richard P. Grimes
ALFA President & CEO
30 People & Places
Appointments and
developments
35 Business Link
Products and services for
senior living
6 Need to Know
Industry news and
updates
32 Public Policy Brief
Preventing elder abuse
36 Executive Book Review
This issue’s hot titles
10 ALFA for You
ALFA news and initiatives
34 Ad & Member Indices
Guide to advertisers and
members in this issue
