Tag Archives: assisted living

Mickey Rooney Speaks to Congress about Elder Abuse

In March, Mickey Rooney went before the Senate Special Committee on Aging to relate the story of the elder abuse that he suffered. It is important for seniors to be empowered regarding their care. Whether they seek independent or assisted … Continue reading

Seniors and Downsizing

A lively discussion regarding seniors and downsizing was featured in Oregon Public Broadcasting’s Think Out Load program on “Downsizing as a Senior,” broadcasted in December 2010. A central part of the program and discussion was a resident at Portland retirement … Continue reading

Encore Senior Living Ranks in Top 40

For three years running, Encore Senior Living has ranked in the top 40 “Largest Assisted Living Providers” according to Assisted Living Executive magazine. Find out more here >>

Encore Senior Living names new president/CEO

Published in the Portland Business Journal Encore Senior Living, LLC, a company specializing in assisted living and Alzheimer’s care, named Peter Muhlbach president and chief executive officer Sept. 13. Muhlbach comes to Encore with more than 19 years of experience … Continue reading

Encore in the News

Senior News from the NCOA

  • Help for Oklahoma tornado victims NCOA urges people affected by the Oklahoma tornado to visit BenefitsCheckUp® to get quick links to programs that may help them find food, shelter, and more.
  • Send an email for hungry seniors The Senate is debating revisions to the Farm Bill, including a $4.1 billion cut from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. Ask your Senators to protect food benefits for hungry seniors.
  • Get ready for Senior Center Month September may seem far away, but it’s not too soon to start thinking about to mark National Senior Center Month. This year’s theme is Experts in Living Well.
  • Time to get your hearing checked May is Better Hearing Month. Age-related hearing loss often leaves seniors disconnected from their friends and family. It pays to get screened.
  • Let’s stop elder abuse June 14 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Use this event to raise awareness by hosting a screening of An Age for Justice, a short documentary that tells the real story of elder abuse in America.