ALF Articles

Should you allow smoking on your premises?- MD
While cigarette smoking is responsible for over 480,000 deaths per year, we still see the desire for seniors to continue the habit. Smoking can cause

Preparing for the worst | MD
When operating an Assisted Living Facility, it is imperative to operate by the rule of the 5 ‘P’s; Proper Preparation Prevents Poor Performance. This could

Keeping the house clean | MD
Providing a clean, odorless community free of debris and insects is an absolute must for facilities to provide to residents. Never should there be a

Protecting residents funds | MD
Due to the nature of money exchanging hands between your residents and you (your facility) it is prudent of you to keep pristine records regarding

No restraints in the ALF | MD
Although there may be times where you feel it may be needed to restrain a resident due to their behavior, I suggest you restrain yourself,

Protecting residents against abuse, neglect and financial exploitation | MD
One of the top reasons why seniors move into assisted living facilities is the comfort of safety and peace of mind. Unfortunately, there are times