With colder temperatures arriving in many states, now is a good time to take measures to protect pipes from freezing. Frozen water pipes often burst when they thaw resulting in water damage to your center. Taking proactive measures will greatly reduce disruption to normal daily activities and any associated...

A recent report released forecasts the loss rate for long-term care facilities will continue to increase by 6% with claim frequency driving the increase at an expected 3% growth rate. This will be the sixth year in a row that the annual cost to defend, settle or litigate claims will rise – projected 2019...

The senior living industry is responsible for keeping their residents safe every single day. Failing to do so can have monumental regulatory and litigation impact. Elopement occurs when a resident leaves the premises or a safe area without authorization and/or necessary supervision to do so. A resident who...

Resident falls remain one of the most frequent challenges confronting the senior living industry. The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) has stated that three of every four nursing center residents fall each year, and the average resident has two to three falls per year. Most nursing centers have...

The National Center for Assisted Living (NCAL) completed an analysis of assisted living licensure or certification changes for each state along with the District of Columbia. Twenty-nine states made changes to their requirements in the past year. While there was a wide range of changes from state to state, the...