Volunteers play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for residents in senior living facilities. Their contributions go beyond mere companionship, significantly impacting the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of seniors. Here are some key reasons why volunteers are indispensable in these settings: Mitigating Isolation and Depression Social isolation and loneliness are pervasive […]
Merriam-Webster says security is the quality or state of being secure, such as freedom from danger, fear, or anxiety. For our discussion, we will focus on theft or, more specifically, loss prevention. Depending on where you search, you’ll find statistics about retail or facility loss ranging from 10 to 40%. Most corporations understand and expect […]
Senior living communities hold the critical responsibility of ensuring a safe and secure environment for their vulnerable residents. In an age where security concerns are increasingly paramount, these communities are constantly seeking methods to safeguard their residents from potential harm. A significant step towards bolstering safety measures involves the meticulous checking-in of outside caregivers and […]
Managing and verifying time and attendance for staffing agency providers in senior living and skilled nursing facilities is no small feat. But what if there was a way to streamline this process, ensuring accuracy and efficiency all in one place? Enter the Accushield kiosk, a game-changer for senior living communities that simplifies the tracking of […]
Senior living communities are increasingly adopting value-based care initiatives that prioritize resident outcomes and cost efficiency. In this model, care coordination plays a critical role in ensuring residents receive the right care at the right time. The Accushield kiosk is a valuable tool that goes beyond simply managing visitor traffic – it also manages third-party […]
As the senior living industry continues its shift towards a value-based, resident-centric care model, the significance of effective care coordination and verification of third-party healthcare services cannot be overstated. Electronic Visit Verification (EVV), a feature of the Accushield kiosk-based solution, is becoming indispensable in ensuring that care is delivered as scheduled, thereby enhancing accountability, efficiency, […]
To ensure the safety and well-being of residents in a senior living community, it is crucial to have stringent security protocols for visitors and outside caregivers. Understanding who is entering the community not only protects residents but also ensures that high standards of care are maintained. Here’s why robust visitor management is important and some […]
As more third-party healthcare providers, such as home health aides, hospice workers, and private duty caregivers, enter senior living communities to provide hands-on care to residents, it becomes crucial to establish robust credentialing processes. While regulations vary from state to state, many do not mandate comprehensive background checks for caregivers operating outside their state. This […]
How are you currently ensuring residents get signed out of a community when leaving for a doctor’s appointment, lunch, or an event? When I was an operator, we used paper and pen, and this process was hit or miss. Here are the reasons why this should be done digitally at the front desk. Accurate Tracking […]