Every journey requires a map to reach your destination with as few detours as possible. As you begin your exciting venture to receive your residential care for the elderly (RCFE) administrator certification, California’s RCFE administrator program can help you map the way to reach your goal. Whether you’re pursuing certification to open your own licensed […]
Starting your first Resident Care Facility for the Elderly or RCFE can be exciting, fulfilling and daunting all at the same time. Between securing a location and getting your RCFE administrator certifications it can be easy to overlook some of the important basic ideas that will help ensure your first RCFE is a success. What […]
The continued growth of the retirement-age population in the U.S. is fueling the demand for assisted living facilities and the administrators and caregivers needed to run them. Few jobs can provide more fulfillment than helping aging seniors maintain their independence and zest for life. The U.S. Census Bureau stated in June 2020 that the number […]
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 […]