How to Identify and Address Elderly Abuse
Elderly abuse is a distressing reality in many senior care facilities, with numerous cases going unnoticed or unreported. SeniorLiving statistics showed in 2023, nearly 30% of abuse citations related to the facility not promptly reporting abuse, neglect, or theft....
How does AI affect Compliance?
In today’s digital landscape, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI), such as ChatGPT is impacting everyone’s lives from coding to content creation. It’s no surprise that businesses are tapping into AI to streamline their operations functions. AI...
Texas Halts Employer-Enforced COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates
Texas has recently enacted a law which prohibits employers from implementing or enforcing certain COVID-19 vaccine mandates and taking adverse action against individuals for refusing vaccination. This legislation particularly impacts the senior care industry,...
Tough New Workplace Rules Senior Living Operators Should be Aware Of
Whether or not employers are unionized, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) can evaluate the employer’s workplace rules and policies. On August 2, 2023, the NLRB in Stericycle, Inc., 372 NLRB No. 113 (2023), introduced a new legal standard for evaluating...
Illinois Expands Bereavement Leave Rights for Senior Living Employees
Illinois has recently enacted measures that expand bereavement leave rights for specific groups of employees, impacting senior living operators. Governor J.B. Pritzker signed two significant pieces of legislation: the Child Extended Bereavement Leave Act and an...
Boosting Employee Retention: Unraveling the Power of Benefits in the Care Industry
In today’s care industry, retaining top talent has become a top priority. Employee turnover disrupts an organization’s productivity and incurs significant recruitment and training costs. Most care industries believe applicants are applying for jobs with higher pay....