As the demand for care and services in assisted living and residential care increases, so too does the use of home care, home health, and hospice. But it can be confusing to understand the difference between these providers and the services they offer. Fortunately, the California Association for Health Services at Home provides a clear breakdown of these important providers: (more…)
The risk of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning – which kills nearly 500 people every year in the U.S. – goes up during power outages after severe weather. Using alternative sources of power, such as portable generators, lanterns, and gas ranges can cause CO to build up in a home. (more…)
Community Care Licensing recently posted the Winter 2012 Adult and Senior Care Update to their website. The update includes information on the 2012 SSI rates, civil penalty updates, CCL reorganization, updates to the evaluator manual, and more. (more…)
For this month’s edition of CCG Spotlight we are getting to know our long time instructor Glenn Berry. Glenn has been employed with CCG since 2001 and is involved in many of our certification, continuing education and webinar programs. His dedication, commitment and loyalty spans to over 35 years in the residential care industry and is a great asset to Care and Compliance Group and the customers we serve. (more…)
Have you ever heard of norovirus? Do you know how to preven the spread of it? According to the CDC, norovirus is a group of related viruses that spread easily, causing more than 20 million gastroenteritis cases each year in the U.S. (more…)
Even though it only takes up a few pages in the health care reform law, Accountable Care Organizations (ACO) have been one of the most talked about provisions — especially for senior living and care providers. (more…)
The CDC has published a reminder that insulin pens must never be used for more than one person. The notice was published in response to an increase awareness of improper use of insulin pens, and included the following safety tips: (more…)
For this month’s edition of CCG spotlight we are getting to know Laura Gumban . Laura Gumban has worked for CCG since 2010. Laura is a LVN and certified RCFE administrator. Laura enjoys time with her family and pets. She moved to discovery bay four years ago from Texas. Laura is number 6 of seven kids born to an old fashioned, hard working military couple. She is working on completing her bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration and striving to become a license registered nurse in the coming years. (more…)
According to the National Stroke Association, stroke is the third leading cause of death in the United States, killing approximately 137,000 people each year. Although a stroke can happen at any age the risk increases as we get older, which is why it is important for assisted living and residential care providers to be aware of the signs and symptoms of a stroke. (more…)
In 2009, 803 incidents of individuals caught, trapped, entangles, or strangled in beds with rails were reported to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Of these incidents, 480 people died; most of whom were frail, elderly, or confused. (more…)