Every assisted living and residential care provider has a very real fear of being sued. Whether it comes from family members who are upset over their mother falling in your facility, or a staff member who feels he or she has been wrongly terminated, the threat of litigation is very real. But don’t be mislead [...]
With your hectic schedule, it is sometimes easy to overlook simple compliance issues. Advanced Healthcare Studies’ “Tuesday Tips” will bring you a quick, helpful idea each week that can assist you in your operations related to regulatory compliance.
While we are enjoying beautiful spring weather, hot days are ahead. Are you ready? Residents need access to out of door areas that are protected from excessive sun and heat. Now is the time to make sure your residents will be comfortable and safe. Remember that some medications (e.g., certain psychotropics, antibiotics, etc.) our residents [...]
In front of a crowded conference room full of senior care professionals Debbi Cavallo, MBA, corporate director of dementia care for San Diego-based Senior Resource Group Senior Living (SRG), entertained the audience with a demonstration of the Nintendo Wii video game system as an activity alternative for residents living in assisted living and residential care [...]
We know it. It is nothing new. However, a number of providers are overlooking the requirement for PRN authorization anytime a resident has an “as needed” medication ordered, even an over-the-counter.
With your hectic schedule, it is sometimes easy to overlook simple compliance issues. Advanced Healthcare Studies’ “Tuesday Tips” will bring you a quick, helpful idea each week that can assist you in your operations related to regulatory compliance. We know that many of you implement outstanding practices in your community, and we welcome your ideas [...]
Consider this scenario. An electrical fire breaks out in the kitchen. You run to get the fire extinguisher, you aim it at the base of the fire and nothing happens. It seems the extinguisher has not been checked and/or charged since it was mounted on the wall. You can imagine the possible consequences. Fortunately, this [...]