Leading is Becoming Increasingly Difficult in Senior Care Organizations

Leading is Becoming Increasingly Difficult in Senior Care Organizations

It’s becoming a trend for long-term care leaders to get caught in “analysis paralysis” even when emergency plans and other allocated necessary resources are approved. In an industry where lives literally depend on fast reactions and decisions, this idleness is a huge threat to both safety and daily operations.

“Failure to review evacuation maps, test communication systems, or assess mobility limitations for high-risk residents implies that preparedness is optional. In long-term care, this is unacceptable. Effective leaders act proactively, showing urgency and accountability during drills, meetings, and daily huddles, where culture is formed.”

Many leaders cite reasoning like too many decision-making layers with unclear responsibilities, fear of violating CMS guidelines, and even worry about triggering citation risks as reasons not to move forward with emergency preparedness initiatives.

The key to successfully mitigating any emergency is preparedness. CHUG members have access to a comprehensive suite of educational workshops that utilize real-life case studies to teach effective responses to storms and emergency situations. This training can be lifesaving. Not a member? Become a member today. Already a member? Visit the Member Portal for a full calendar of events and member-exclusive content.