Warm thoughts to all nurses for National Nurses Week May 6-May 12! Nurses provide much needed care to seniors and adults living in residential care. Those of us working this industry know what a great nursing venue community based care provides. (more…)
Community Education is very excited to offer our participants new online courses as they are available. HIV/AIDS for Care Providers was just recently approved for 4 hours of continuing education credit. Unlimited Access members can now access this course with their annual membership. (more…)
Research shows that fruits and vegetables are an important piece in promoting good health. They provide essential vitamins, minerals, and fibers that may help protect you and your residents from chronic diseases. When compared to people who consume small amounts of fruits and vegetables, those who eat more generous amounts as part of their diet are more likely to have reduced risk of chronic diseases such as stroke, cardiovascular diseases, and certain cancers. Substituting fruits and vegetables for higher-calorie foods can also be a great way to reduce weight and be a natural source of energy. (more…)
Findings from the Genworth Financial Cost of Care Survey
Am I charging enough? That is one of the most common questions any business operator asks themselves, and assisted living providers are no different. While there are many factors that go into establishing your rate-such as your local market, level of services offered, payment sources accepted, amenities, etc.-it helps to begin by looking at what other providers are doing.
As a major insurance holding company, Genworth Financial also has a big interest in what providers are charging for care and services. (more…)
All providers face the difficult task of keeping up-to-date with the ever changing laws and regulations that affect our communities. As required by Health and Safety Code section 1569.155 all licensees of an RCFE shall subscribe to an appropriate regulation update service. (more…)
I have had the pleasure of conducting a number of hospice classes statewide. I always find after any I class I lead that learning is a two way street. I could never put a value on the knowledge, care techniques and innovative practices I have learned in classes. Generous providers often share great ideas with the entire class that ultimately benefit the industry. Below are some inspirational care ideas students have shared regarding end of life care. If you have other ideas-jump on line. It is easy to post a comment to the blog! (more…)
As summer temperatures approach, we will all deal with soaring temperatures. It is again time to take precautions to avoid dangerous health conditions such as heat exhaustion, heat stroke, and overexposure to the sun. Below are a few bulleted items that will help you prepare: (more…)
On April 23, 2008 the President signed the Safety of Seniors Act that will expand research and public education on senior safety, particularly falls. The federal law directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to expand research, demonstration projects, and studies of falls and the effects of falls on health care costs. (more…)
The National Center for Assisted Living (www.ncal.org) has released the 2008 edition of their annual review of the nation’s assisted living regulations. Fortunately, assisted living continues to be regulated at the state level, and NCAL’s book is the most comprehensive state-by-state review of regulatory requirements. (more…)
While many of us are very concerned about filling beds and keeping our community full, there are also challenges related to moving residents out of our building. Attorney Joel Goldman recently highlighted some of these challenges in a recent California Compliance monthly Webinar. (more…)