Caregiver Risk Management in Assisted Living Facilities in the Wake of COVID-19
Senior citizens are considered a high-risk population whenever infectious diseases are an issue. Seniors, especially those living in long-term care centers like assisted living facilities and nursing homes, may be at even higher risk of serious or even fatal complications from infectious disease pathogens. As the global pandemic of COVID-19 continues to wreak havoc, caregivers and managers in care facilities need to understand the risk management practices that can protect their residents. While assisted living facility insurance is an integral part of a more comprehensive risk management plan, careful planning and the implementation of regulatory guidelines can reduce the impact coronavirus is taking on America’s at-risk senior population.