Medication storage and disposal can very quickly become a compliance issue, causing the facility a citation with the potential of putting resident health at risk. Now is a good time to review how your facility manages the storage of current, … [Continue reading] about Medication Storage is about Resident Safety
Long Term Care Employee Earns Career Climb Scholarship from FHCA
Florida Health Care Association (FHCA) recently awarded Stephanie Muscati, Assistant Business Office Manager at Life Care Center of Sarasota, with a Career Climb Scholarship. Stephanie Muscati is known for always going above and beyond at Life Care … [Continue reading] about Long Term Care Employee Earns Career Climb Scholarship from FHCA
Ready, Set, Goal
I recently watched the end of the American Football Conference championship game, with the Kansas City Chiefs just a few minutes from securing a spot in Super Bowl LIV. I could see the jubilation and joyous celebrations taking place as the camera … [Continue reading] about Ready, Set, Goal
FHCA Scholarships Continue to Open Doors for Caregivers
Florida Health Care Association recently awarded $14,250 in scholarships through the Florida Health Care Education and Development Foundation to caregivers working in member centers seeking to advance their long term care careers. Twelve caregivers … [Continue reading] about FHCA Scholarships Continue to Open Doors for Caregivers
Start the Year Off with Increased Fall Prevention Goal
People of all ages can have a fall, including those living in an assisted living facility. It’s important that staff know what interventions can be done to decrease the risk and frequency. First, be sure you have asked the resident and the family … [Continue reading] about Start the Year Off with Increased Fall Prevention Goal