Senior living in 2024: Volatility ahead argues for rethinking risk strategies
By
Gerald Stoll
Jordan Parnell
Dec 14, 2023
The pressures on the senior living sector only abated marginally in 2023, as operators tried to maintain their balance in a precarious business and economic environment. And any significant reversal in...
Southwest Airlines’ systems had a meltdown. Senior living should take note
By
Erez Cohen
Feb 02, 2023
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.
How to avoid frozen pipes, an all-too-common winter insurance claim that plagues many
By
Guy Russ
Dec 09, 2021
Every year, insurance companies receive countless claims involving frozen pipes and sprinkler systems that cause significant water damage to senior housing. Although your existing policy may cover an incident...
How CMMS can support senior living community management during the pandemic
By
Dan Roberge
May 07, 2020
A clean, functioning and up-to-date community is your best bet to face any emergency, and a computerized maintenance management system gives you all the tools needed for documentation, task coordination...
Your liability if employees test positive for coronavirus
By
Thomas Steinbrenner
Mar 19, 2020
It’s time to prepare for a potential business interruption or employee quarantine issue now, ahead of potential liability.
8 keys to preserving medication access during a wildfire evacuation
By
Ron Belville
Nov 14, 2019
Many LTC pharmacies and senior living and care communities again are struggling to ensure that residents’ medication regimens are not interrupted in the event of a natural disaster. If faced with a similar...
Start your disaster communications plan with a reliable network
By
Stacy Hale
Apr 04, 2019
Hurricanes along the coast, tornadoes in the Midwest, wildfires in California — natural disasters are growing in scale and frequency. Communication is critical.
The importance of safeguarding older adults in emergencies
By
Dan Wicker
Feb 28, 2019
It is our duty to care for our most valuable resource. Florida and California are setting the pace for the rest of the country to follow.
5 keys to effectively pre-plan for emergencies
By
Stephen Nardi
Jan 28, 2016
To ensure that first responders are in the best position to save lives and property, the tools for success need to be in place well in advance.