FRONTLINE: LIFE AND DEATH IN ASSISTED LIVING

"In a major investigation with ProPublica, FRONTLINE examines the operations of the nation's largest assisted living company, raising questions about the drive for profits and fatal lapses in care." source:pbs.org

"Assisted living facilities are designed for elderly people who want to maintain their independence, need help with daily activities like showering, dressing and cooking, but don't require the intense level of medical care provided in nursing homes. The facilities are often composed of apartments and common areas meant to look like someone's home."
source:forbes.com