Residential care facility leaders can create safety policies and procedures, but team members are responsible for their own actions on a daily basis. If they choose to cut corners – or worse, if they purposefully ignore the rules – your facility may suffer. Careful hiring strategies can protect your facility and its residents. How A ...

When you think about the possibility of getting sued, you probably assume that allegations will come from residents and their families or visitors. What about employees? If employees are hurt on the job, they file a workers’ compensation claim, but if they feel they’ve been mistreated or discriminated against, they may file an employment practices ...

The success of an adult care facility boils down to whether residents thrive. In addition to supporting physical health, mental health is of key concern. Activities that involve animals can be particularly beneficial for residents. Seniors Need Support Senior loneliness is a widespread problem. Research published in the Journal of Gerontological Social Work shows that ...