Disaster preparedness

Crises can emerge from unexpected corners, leaving operators grappling for stability. A well-crafted crisis communication plan becomes essential when a situation escalates.

Every scenario in senior living potentially could become a crisis situation. The key to surviving is a solid crisis communication plan, according to a communications expert.

Healthcare organizations’ disaster preparedness plans must include “explicit plans for supporting mental health,” say the authors of a new piece in JAMA Psychiatry.

Public health experts recently shared several recommendations for employers as well as federal, state and local agencies to protect workers should another public health emergency occur.

Fire and life safety compliance does not happen by accident in a senior living community. Ensuring a safe and secure environment of care requires the integration of fire protection and life safety systems...

Enhancing relationships with senior living providers is one of four recommendations proposed by a federal committee advising the US Department of Health and Human Services on disaster preparedness and...

Businesses can’t prevent every tragedy or crisis, but they can take steps can to mitigate their effects.

When operators have access to best-in-class systems, they are positioned to run better businesses, retain valuable staff, and most importantly, deliver better care to residents.

As power sources for electronic equipment, appliances and devices used in senior living communities and nursing homes become more sophisticated and battery technology advances, the threat of a lithium...

A recent series of fires in senior living communities across the country is a stark reminder that protecting residents and staff members boils down to education, cooperation and good faith, according to...