Our nursing homes, long term care facilities, assisted living and senior communities in Orlando, Tampa, Miami, Jacksonville, and Atlanta are facing serious challenges since COVID-19.
Security Guards Are in High Demand Since Coronavirus: Protecting both the residents and employees in senior communities is a high priority
To prevent introducing the Coronavirus and reduce the spread in these types of communities, the Center for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS), recently released a memorandum restricting visitors. This is extremely difficult for everyone involved. Which is why so many facilities are hiring private security to protect, the employees, residents and their families.
Restrict Visitors per Federal Guidelines
On March 13, 2020, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released a memorandum directing all nursing homes to restrict visitors except those medically necessary.
This is important to prevent disease introduction and further spread within these facilities, but it will undoubtedly be extremely difficult for both residents and their families.
Campus Safety reveals what types of Threats our Assisted Care Facilities are encountering on a day to day basis.
Reflective of its survey’s findings, there are several internal and external threats that the IAHSS says all assisted living employees should be aware of.
Internal threats include assaults on staff, resident on resident violence and missing residents. Of all assisted living claim types, elopement has the second-highest average total of $388,048 per claim.
External threats, such as those from visitors or trespassers, also include assault on staff and residents, theft/exploitation and armed intrusion. External assaults on nurses and residents often stem from domestic disturbances, such as a family member unsatisfied with the treatment of their loved one.
Residents with diminished mental capacity or cognitive impairment are also vulnerable to thieves. Many are not cognizant of protecting valuables and are more prone to financial exploitation by family, caregivers, fiduciaries, businesses and scammers.
Curtis Protective Security Guards are well trained and understand the sensitivity in this type of atmosphere
Professionally trained to the highest degree, our security officers are experienced in assessing and reacting to any type of situation. Ensuring they react in a timely and appropriate manner to keep your employees, guests, and property safe. For more information contact Curtis Security.
