While California lawmakers consider backup power requirements in assisted living communities, Texas and Maryland lawmakers have adopted legislation aimed at increasing safety in senior living…
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Natural disasters fuel bills changing generator requirements for senior living
By The Citizen on February 5, 2025
Hurricane Beryl’s impact on Texas, including extended power outages during a summer heatwave, has unleashed a flurry of proposed legislation targeting senior living communities. Texas…
State’s most populous county takes assisted living backup power requirements to a higher level
By The Citizen on January 14, 2025
Adding to myriad other power-supply rules for senior living communities and nursing homes around the country, 120 Harris County, Texas, assisted living communities and nursing…
Heroes emerge as providers enter Hurricane Helene recovery mode
By The Citizen on October 1, 2024
Heavy rains pelted the southeastern United States for several days after Hurricane Helene hit the Florida Gulf Coast. And although some areas experienced life-threatening conditions…
Insurance rates add to financial challenges facing Florida’s assisted living operators
By The Citizen on June 4, 2024
The rapid increase in commercial property insurance rates in Florida was the final straw for some senior living providers still struggling with workforce challenges, rising…