When emergencies strike – whether it’s a fire alarm or natural disaster – accounting for every resident, visitor, and staff member becomes crucial. For operators, managing evacuations in senior living carries unique challenges that demand modern solutions. In this blog, we will dive into the critical importance of senior living emergency plans, explore best practices […]
Every day, hundreds of professionals walk through the doors of senior living communities to provide essential care and services to residents. Yet with this constant flow of third-party providers comes an important responsibility: ensuring every person who interacts with residents is properly qualified and credentialed. Credential verification goes beyond meeting regulatory requirements—it reflects a community’s […]
Visitor surveys are essential to maintain and improve care quality in senior living. In this guide, we will explore the purpose of visitor surveys, their advantages, and how to put them into practice to create more responsive care environments. Whether you’re looking to enhance your current survey system or implement a new feedback strategy, understanding […]
For senior living operators, the holiday season means strategically balancing increased visitor traffic with resident care, safety protocols, and visitor experiences. The holidays bring a significant surge in visitor traffic, and community visits typically increase 40-60%. This guide is designed to provide essential safety tips and visitor management strategies to help reduce stress and create […]
The holiday season, while festive for many, brings unique challenges to many seniors in assisted living communities and nursing homes. With approximately 6 million Americans over 65 experiencing depression, the time between Thanksgiving and New Year’s can be particularly difficult to navigate. Whether you’re a family member or caregiver, understanding how to support seniors experiencing […]
Google reviews are one of the most powerful tools to influence decisions especially in industries like senior living, where families rely heavily on recommendations and reviews. Having a positive online reputation isn’t just nice to have – it’s essential for filling your community. That’s why we’ve created this comprehensive guide to help you understand how […]
The landscape of senior living is evolving rapidly, with an increasing number of residents choosing to supplement resident care with self-employed private caregivers, home health, hospice, and home care agencies. While this trend offers residents additional support and personalized attention, it presents complex challenges for senior living community owners and operators who have to balance […]
Accushield, a leader in visitor and entry management solutions for senior living, has introduced an innovative feature designed to improve safety by alerting staff to potential fall hazards. This new functionality empowers healthcare professionals to take proactive steps, ensuring safer environments for residents, visitors, and staff. The Importance of Fall Risk Awareness In healthcare settings, […]
The senior living industry is rapidly shifting toward a model that emphasizes proactive, resident-first care, making the role of wellness directors more important than ever. One key strategy wellness directors can adopt to enhance the quality and continuity of care is consolidating Home Care, Home Health, and Hospice providers. This consolidation not only improves coordination […]