Compliance Articles
Know when residents need more care. Learn about assessments, transfers, and facility capabilities to ensure compliance & prevent claims.
Signs a Resident Needs a Higher Level of Care
Determining when a resident needs a higher level of care is crucial for both their well-being and your facility’s compliance. Use best practices for admission assessments, guidelines for relocating residents, and remember the importance of staying within your facility’s care capabilities.
Read ArticlePressure Injury Prevention: A Guide for Optimal Care
Navigating care for residents at risk of pressure injuries can be challenging. In our latest video, we highlighted tips on caring for residents who may be at risk for pressure injuries.
Read ArticleCreating a Culture of Safety: Empowering Staff and Residents
Safety is a primary concern for providers in assisted living facilities and personal care homes. Creating a culture of safety not only fulfills regulatory obligations but also ensures the well-being of residents.
Read ArticleIt’s Not Candid Camera: Facilities Must Use Caution in Posting Photos of Residents
Recent rumblings at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) should raise the concerns of assisted living facility and personal care home owners regarding photos of residents and use on social media. CMS has instructed State Survey Agency Directors to survey nursing home policies and procedures concerning staff taking or using photographs or recordings…
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