CareConnect™ is RFT’s new web-based platform built for senior living communities to simplify communication and strengthen resident safety. Designed with staff workflows in mind, it brings real-time alerts, secure access, and intuitive tools into one seamless experience. With secure login powered by Active Directory, teams can access the app confidently. Push notifications and live alerts […]
The Joint Commission implemented new workplace violence prevention requirements for assisted living communities, nursing care centers and office-based surgical practices accreditation programs starting on July 1, 2025. The Joint Commission is an independent, not-for-profit organization that offers global accreditation programs for health care organizations, public health agencies, health ministries and others to improve the quality […]
Rising Incidents of Violence in Senior Living Communities Senior living workplace violence has become alarmingly common. Healthcare and social service workers are five times more likely to suffer serious workplace violence injuries than workers in other industries. 1,4 In fact, nursing aides in long-term care facilities experience the highest rate of workplace attacks of any profession1. Frontline staff in nursing […]
Healthcare worker burnout is contributed to the healthcare staffing crisis, long hours, increasing job demands and pressures and the COVID-19 pandemic which has led to half of workers reporting feeling burned out often in 2022, up from 32 percent in 2018, according to a CDC study. Healthcare workers include doctors, nurses and medical assistants in […]
Winter months bring unique challenges for senior living communities, with increased risks of elopements, falls, and cold-related health issues. By addressing these dangers proactively, communities can protect residents and provide peace of mind for families. A 2023 report by the Washington Post found over one hundred deaths out of 2,000 adults who wandered away from […]
The senior living market is growing rapidly as demand for high-quality care in skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) and assisted living communities continues to rise. A critical aspect of providing superior care in these settings is effective communication between residents and caregivers. Wired nurse call systems have become an essential component of long-term care, enabling staff […]
Nurse call systems play an integral role in facilitating communication between patients and caregivers and ensuring timely responses to needs and emergencies. Wired or wireless nurse call systems stand out as two distinct approaches, each with its own set of advantages and considerations. Understanding Wired Nurse Call Systems: Healthcare and senior living facilities have installed […]
The Washington Post recently did an investigation that found over 2,000 adults wandered away from senior living centers in the US from 2018 to 2023 which resulted in almost 100 deaths. The total number of elopements and deaths are likely undercounted because most states do not have specific licensing regulations for wander management and not […]
Help Retain Nursing Staff by Using Human-Centric Technology Including Quick Response® Wireless Nurse Call, Staff Protection, and The Power of Communication to Help Nurses Realize Your Business Takes Their Well-being Seriously Healthcare Employment Outlook The US Bureau of Labor Statistics is predicting healthcare occupations will remain strong and grow faster than other occupation averages from […]
About fall management in senior living As senior living communities look for ways to improve the safety and well-being of their residents, selecting a fall management solution is becoming increasingly important. Falls are a major concern for older adults and care communities, as they can lead to serious injuries and even death, and lengthy and […]
