Tornadoes, hurricanes, floods, and wildfires are all examples of unexpected events that may require you to evacuate your building. Evacuations are difficult for any type of business. For adult residential care facilities, they’re especially complicated. Is your facility prepared? Natural Disasters Are Increasing Even if you’ve never had to evacuate your building in the past, ...

Moving is one of the most stressful events in a person’s life. In fact, a poll from Move.org found that 38% of Americans say moving is more stressful than going through a breakup. For seniors, moving can be especially distressing. However, moving is also sometimes necessary so seniors can receive the level of care they require. Assisted ...

You may not want to think about sexual abuse taking place at your adult care facility, but it’s a real risk that requires attention. Without sexual abuse insurance in place, your adult care facility may be unprepared in a lawsuit. Since risks may be increasing, this is a good time to examine your coverage. The ...

The adult care facility sector is facing two major challenges: a staffing shortage and rising insurance costs. While these challenges seem very different, they are, in fact, related. Although there are many reasons for rising insurance costs, staffing shortages have significantly increased liability exposures, contributing to higher losses and subsequent rate increases. Here’s what you ...

Your residents and employees are the heart of your residential care facility. By being selective about the people you let into your community, you can create a safe and comfortable environment while limiting your liability. Comprehensive screening is therefore a critical risk management tool. Screening Employees Hiring the right people is critical to the success ...

Property insurance for residential care facilities is a critical safeguard that can help facilities recover from losses, enabling them to continue providing a safe and comfortable home for their residents. Securing suitable coverage and ensuring you have the right terms will protect both your residents and your company. The State of the Property Insurance Market ...

Although the caregivers at your residential care facility are paid professionals, they may still experience caregiver burnout. As catering to the needs of others can be physically and emotionally draining, caregiver wellness is critical. Taking care of your employees is a crucial component of your employee retention and risk management strategies. Caregiving Burnout Statistics Research ...

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 ...