A senior’s memory function is a quality of life issue for both the senior and their family. Of all the joys that come with preparing meals, leading activities, and encouraging independence, perhaps nothing comes close to the gratification received when a resident shows progress with memory skills. As administrators and employees, we carry out many […]
As an assisted living administrator, you are in a position to educate families about the different senior care options. Families considering options for loved ones will appreciate a simple explanation of the types of facilities available to them. Demonstrate your value early on in the process by helping families navigate this complex decision. Additionally, you […]
Green building initiatives have been around for more than 20 years, and now assisting living facilities are moving towards a new measure of sustainability. Given the move towards eco-friendly initiatives, it’s no surprise that RCFE administrators are looking for ways to actively promote sustainability in their communities. The impact of creating an eco-friendly assisted living […]
Despite an initial hesitancy among seniors to seek assisted living situations, 73% of families report that a senior’s quality of life improves after a move to an assisted living facility. When seniors reach the stage of finally accepting assistance in their daily living routines, they embark on a new journey that can be extremely empowering […]
With over 10,000 seniors turning 65 daily in the U.S., there is a growing demand for senior care services. On the whole, the home care service industry saw a rise in revenue from $100 billion in 2016 to $225 billion in 2020, globally. With the RCFE industry showing continued growth, there is no better time […]
Estimates show that between 40-to-70% of caregivers experience significant symptoms of depression. While there are RCFE classes to learn how to care for others, it is equally as important for administrators to learn how to help their caregivers practice self-care in order to remain positive and productive in their caregiver role. Being a caregiver can […]
The average salary for a certified RCFE administrator in California is more than $45,000 according to ZipRecruiter. Becoming an RCFE administrator can provide not only a fulfilling career that makes use of your business and people skills, and helps older individuals, but it can also provide profitable annual earnings. California licensing regulations provide a structured […]
According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, almost 25% of adults 65 years and older have experienced some level of depression or anxiety during the COVID-19 pandemic. When running an RCFE, there is no standard solution to depression that will work with all your residents. Caregivers need to recognize that every senior is one-of-a-kind. Each case […]
Today, seniors and their families are initially looking for assisted living facilities online. Therefore, it is more important than ever that your assisted living facility ranks well in Google and other places that people search for assisted living facilities. The higher you rank and the better your online reviews, the more likely that you will […]
In 2020, the average life expectancy in the United States was nearly 79 years, as compared to the life expectancy in 2000 of 77 years. The good news is Americans are living longer, the bad news is our nation is not fully prepared for the challenge of meeting the increased needs of an aging population […]