Safety
Survey: Senior Care Leaders Extremely Concerned About COVID-19 Impacts and Supplies
The Institute for the Advancement of Senior Care and its leading media brand, i Advance Senior Care, are conducting surveys to uncover COVID-19’s current impact on senior care and long-term care facilities in the United States. The results of the initial survey are now available. Read More »
Gun Violence and Senior Living
Last year, gun violence led to tragic outcomes in several U.S. senior living facilities. How can you keep residents and employees at your facility safe? Read More »
New Safe Medication Disposal Rules
Is your facility in compliance with new EPA rules regarding disposal of pharmaceuticals?
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Use Training, Technology to Reduce Lifting Injuries among Clinical Staff
Robotics is helping make nursing a safer practice
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7 Steps to Better Disaster Preparedness in Your Long-Term Care Facility
A little planning can go a long way when you’re faced with an emergency. Read More »
Food Safety Best Practices
Keeping residents safe from food-borne illnesses is one of your most important tasks
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Adjustable sink for sitting or standing
European manufacturer Pressalit Care has devised a sink that can be raised or lowered after installation.
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Doing more harm than good
A growing number of healthcare providers are questioning the need for extensive cancer screening for seniors when the tests won’t significantly improve their quality of life.
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Clean air helps Brookdale residents shelter in place during wildfires
Proactive attention to air purification helped 22 facilities harbor safely during the emergency.
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Tips on bringing loved ones home for the holidays
Brookdale Senior Living offers families tips for a successful visit when Grandma comes home for the holidays.
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