2024 has arrived, and the new year is a perfect time to refresh risk management practices. Below is a quick list to help you control exposures, reduce workplace injuries and avoid claims in the coming year. 1. Commit to Comprehensive Documentation Documentation is crucial. It helps you stay on top of potential issues before they ...

Adult residential care facilities (ARCFs) suffered declining occupancy rates during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the National Investment Center, the senior housing occupancy rate has increased to 84.4%, as of the third quarter of 2023, but this is still below the pre-pandemic rate of 87.1%. In 2024, ARCFs will be trying to make a full ...

Communication breakdowns can put your residents at risk and expose your facility to liability. When staff members are busy, important information can slip through the cracks. Communication log best practices can ensure things run smoothly at your residential care facility for the elderly (RCFE). Communication Logs Enable Better Care Imagine that a resident with early ...

The United States celebrated Veterans Day on November 11. While the holiday is a great time to recognize veterans at your residential care facility, it’s certainly not the only time you can honor them. In fact, you many even want to plan veterans-focused festivities quarterly.  How Many of Your Residents Are Veterans?  According to the ...

If a disaster or major loss causes severe damage to your property, it may be difficult to provide residents with a safe and comfortable home. Your residents may need temporary housing, and your facility could lose revenue. To protect against this possibility, add business income coverage to your property insurance for residential care facilities. Preparing ...

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 ...

Every year, thousands of older adults are subjected to elder abuse. This takes many different forms. Perpetrators may be family members, friends, or even care workers. Even though elder abuse is common, residential care facilities can take steps to protect residents. Elder Abuse Facts and Statistics According to the Department of Justice, elder abuse encompasses ...

As seniors age, the number of medications they take regularly tends to increase. Since prescription medications can have dangerous interactions and side effects, medication management is critical at residential care facilities. New tech tools, rising prescriptions costs, and an aging society are all causing medication management to evolve. How Many Medications Does the Average Senior ...