ALF Articles

Measures to protect against falls | VA
If you have been in the senior living sector for any amount of time, then you know how serious a fall can be. When a

Importance of the physical exam | VA
One of the most important elements of admitting a new resident in the initial physical examination by a physician and the assessment your clinical team

Admission criteria for Virginia ALFs | VA
One of the biggest struggles that Assisted Living Facilities have is low census, which often leads to hasty decisions when it comes to who you

Training to care for aggressive residents | VA
Unfortunately, there will be residents in the assisted living facility that may exhibit aggressive behaviors. Many times, they are unable to control these behaviors which

Volunteering in the ALF | VA
Having a fruitful volunteer program is a blessing for many facilities and the residents that reap the benefits. Volunteers can be used for concierge services,

Are residents allowed to work in the community? – VA
Are residents allowed to work in the community? There may be a time when you have a more independent resident who would be like to