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Alice Bonner,
Juliana Bilowich,
Molly Nace,
Morgan Katz,
and
Robin Jump
SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, poses a high risk for assisted living communities due to residents’ age, health status, and communal living environment. The COVID-19 response has largely focused on nursing homes, leaving assisted living communities in the United States with fragmented guidance on how to respond to COVID-19 challenges. This course provides comprehensive instruction and resources for administrators and direct-care staff of assisted living communities.
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SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, poses a high risk for assisted living communities due to residents’ age, health status, and communal living environment. The COVID-19 response has largely focused on nursing homes, leaving assisted living communities in the United States with fragmented guidance on how to respond to COVID-19 challenges. This course provides comprehensive instruction and resources for administrators and direct-care staff of assisted living communities.
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SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, poses a high risk for assisted living communities due to residents’ age, health status, and communal living environment. The COVID-19 response has largely focused on nursing homes, leaving assisted living communities in the United States with fragmented guidance on how to respond to COVID-19 challenges. This course provides comprehensive instruction and resources for administrators and direct-care staff of assisted living communities.
Learners will hear from experts about best practices to prevent COVID-19 outbreaks and promote well-being. Topics discussed include development of emergency preparedness plans, infection and outbreak prevention, staffing considerations, testing, and contact tracing. The course also covers strategies for communicating with stakeholders, promoting resident and staff well-being, and leveraging health departments and other agency resources, including a collection of resources for COVID-19 vaccination guidance. Learners are encouraged to concurrently develop and enhance their own community’s policies, procedures, and practices.
This course was developed in partnership with the Baltimore City Health Department.
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Syllabus
COVID-19 Background & Assisted Living Special Risk
This module provides a foundational understanding of Coronavirus-19 disease (COVID-19), why Assisted Living communities are at high risk of infection, and how to structure your emergency preparedness plan for the pandemic.
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COVID-19 Background & Assisted Living Special Risk
This module provides a foundational understanding of Coronavirus-19 disease (COVID-19), why Assisted Living communities are at high risk of infection, and how to structure your emergency preparedness plan for the pandemic.
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Infection Prevention
This module covers several infection prevention topics to help you develop and implement practices to reduce COVID-19 transmission. First, it distinguishes how policies, procedures and practices each play a role in preventing and responding to COVID-19. Then it describes factors that contribute to COVID-19 outbreaks and how to prevent them, the proper use of PPE, cleaning and disinfection, staffing considerations, and communication strategies for different stakeholders.
Testing, Contact Tracing, and Cohorting
This module addresses the fundamentals on how to create and implement testing policies in your community. It explains the various types of tests available, including the pros and cons of each, and how this may impact practices and outcomes in your community. It also provides a background on how to contact trace in Assisted Living Communities and cohort infected or exposed residents and staff accordingly.
Promoting Mental Health and Well-being
This module discusses reasons for increased stress, anxiety, and feelings of isolation among staff and residents and what types of programs and policies can be implemented to promote well-being.
Health Department Partnerships & Vaccination Guidance
This module discusses how to create partnerships with local and state health agencies to support your community’s response to COVID-19. It also provides resources about the COVID-19 vaccinations, distribution, and messaging.
Final Assessment
The Final Assessment asks about changes you've made to your community's emergency response strategies while taking this course. Prior to starting the Quiz, read the Overarching Resources section and revisit any uncompleted assignments or items that may have required follow up with others in your community.
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Develops critical operational skills for administrators and direct-care staff in assisted living communities to prevent and respond to COVID-19 outbreaks
Guided by instructors who are recognized experts on the topic of COVID-19 prevention and management in assisted living communities
Provides comprehensive instruction on emergency preparedness, infection prevention, testing, contact tracing, promoting mental health, and vaccination guidance
Suitable for administrators and direct-care staff in assisted living communities without extensive background knowledge on COVID-19
Offers practical guidance and resources tailored to the specific challenges and risks faced by assisted living communities during the COVID-19 pandemic
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Reviews summary
Effective covid-19 strategies for assisted living communities
Learners say this course is excellent, informative, and helpful. The course covers the latest evidence-based strategies for managing COVID-19 within assisted living communities. Learners also appreciate the course's real-world examples and practical advice. Overall, learners highly recommend this course for anyone working in assisted living or interested in learning more about COVID-19 management.
Course is well-supported by evidence-based data.
"Throughout the course, a lot of evidence-based data was facilitated which allowed me have a better understanding of the material being covered."
"Excellent, comprehensive with great interviews and resources."
Learners appreciate the real-world examples and practical advice.
"The course was very informative and wonderful. The instructors had done a good job in presenting the fact and information that help us in managing and understanding about the Pandemic Covid-19."
"I took this course only out of personal interest rather than of necessity, as I am not involved in an assisted living community. Nevertheless, there are numerous takeaways from this course that can be easily generalized or applied to non-assisted living community settings."
"cousre was nicely designed so that every one understand. smoothly & easily.course content,interviews,refernce documents very informative & practical.Thank you"
Learners highly recommend this course.
"The absolutely excellent course! Recommended not only for people working in assisted living communities but for everyone interested in deepening his/her knowledge and understanding of the most critical COVID-19 issues."
"I strongly recommend coursera to all professionals who wish to keep up-to-date with current knowledge and skills relating to ther field of practice."
Activities
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your course. Deepen your understanding
during
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after
it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered
in Strategies for Assisted Living Communities during COVID-19 with these
activities:
Review of COVID-19 guidelines
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Review the latest COVID-19 guidelines and recommendations from reputable sources, such as the CDC and WHO, to ensure your knowledge is up-to-date and aligned with best practices.
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COVID-19
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Visit the websites of the CDC and WHO to access COVID-19 guidelines
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Review the key recommendations and protocols for infection control
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Identify any updates or changes since your previous knowledge
Volunteer at a local assisted living facility
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Volunteer at a local assisted living facility to gain practical experience in infection control, resident care, and communication, while contributing to the well-being of residents.
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Hands-on Experience
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Contact a local assisted living facility and inquire about volunteer opportunities
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Attend training and orientation provided by the facility
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Assist with daily tasks and activities within the assisted living setting
Refresher: Basic infection control
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Review foundational skills for preventing the spread of infection, such as proper handwashing techniques, disinfection principles, and personal protective equipment (PPE) protocols.
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Infection Prevention
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Review proper handwashing techniques and practice
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Review principles and practices of disinfection
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Review PPE protocols and practice donning and doffing
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Discussion forum: Best practices for staff training
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Engage in a discussion forum with peers to share and learn best practices for training staff on infection control practices, addressing challenges and developing effective training methods.
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Join the discussion forum and introduce yourself
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Share your experiences and insights on staff training
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Review and comment on others' contributions
Develop a resident and family communication plan
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Create a communication plan to effectively disseminate information to residents and families during an outbreak or other emergency situation, ensuring transparency and support.
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Communication Strategies
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Identify key stakeholders and communication channels
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Develop clear and concise messaging
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Establish a communication schedule and protocol
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Implement the communication plan and monitor its effectiveness
Develop an emergency preparedness plan
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Create a comprehensive emergency preparedness plan tailored to your assisted living facility, outlining protocols for outbreak prevention and response, communication strategies, and resource allocation.
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Emergency Preparedness
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Conduct a risk assessment and identify potential hazards
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Develop protocols for outbreak prevention and response
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Create communication strategies for residents, staff, and families
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Identify and secure necessary resources and supplies
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Train staff on the emergency preparedness plan
Simulation exercise: Outbreak response
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Participate in a simulation exercise to test your knowledge and skills in responding to an outbreak in an assisted living facility, practicing decision-making, communication, and resource allocation.
Show steps
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Review the simulation scenario and objectives
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Step into a leadership role and make decisions during the simulation
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Evaluate the outcome of your actions and identify areas for improvement
Review of COVID-19 guidelines
Show steps
Review the latest COVID-19 guidelines and recommendations from reputable sources, such as the CDC and WHO, to ensure your knowledge is up-to-date and aligned with best practices.
Browse courses on
COVID-19
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Visit the websites of the CDC and WHO to access COVID-19 guidelines
- Review the key recommendations and protocols for infection control
- Identify any updates or changes since your previous knowledge
Volunteer at a local assisted living facility
Show steps
Volunteer at a local assisted living facility to gain practical experience in infection control, resident care, and communication, while contributing to the well-being of residents.
Browse courses on
Hands-on Experience
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Contact a local assisted living facility and inquire about volunteer opportunities
- Attend training and orientation provided by the facility
- Assist with daily tasks and activities within the assisted living setting
Refresher: Basic infection control
Show steps
Review foundational skills for preventing the spread of infection, such as proper handwashing techniques, disinfection principles, and personal protective equipment (PPE) protocols.
Browse courses on
Infection Prevention
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Review proper handwashing techniques and practice
- Review principles and practices of disinfection
- Review PPE protocols and practice donning and doffing
Four other activities
Expand to see all activities and additional details
Show all seven activities
Discussion forum: Best practices for staff training
Show steps
Engage in a discussion forum with peers to share and learn best practices for training staff on infection control practices, addressing challenges and developing effective training methods.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Join the discussion forum and introduce yourself
- Share your experiences and insights on staff training
- Review and comment on others' contributions
Develop a resident and family communication plan
Show steps
Create a communication plan to effectively disseminate information to residents and families during an outbreak or other emergency situation, ensuring transparency and support.
Browse courses on
Communication Strategies
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Identify key stakeholders and communication channels
- Develop clear and concise messaging
- Establish a communication schedule and protocol
- Implement the communication plan and monitor its effectiveness
Develop an emergency preparedness plan
Show steps
Create a comprehensive emergency preparedness plan tailored to your assisted living facility, outlining protocols for outbreak prevention and response, communication strategies, and resource allocation.
Browse courses on
Emergency Preparedness
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Conduct a risk assessment and identify potential hazards
- Develop protocols for outbreak prevention and response
- Create communication strategies for residents, staff, and families
- Identify and secure necessary resources and supplies
- Train staff on the emergency preparedness plan
Simulation exercise: Outbreak response
Show steps
Participate in a simulation exercise to test your knowledge and skills in responding to an outbreak in an assisted living facility, practicing decision-making, communication, and resource allocation.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Review the simulation scenario and objectives
- Step into a leadership role and make decisions during the simulation
- Evaluate the outcome of your actions and identify areas for improvement
Career center
Learners who complete Strategies for Assisted Living Communities during COVID-19 will develop knowledge and skills
that may be useful to these careers:
Assisted Living Facility Administrator
Assisted Living Facility Administrator
The Assisted Living Facility Administrator is responsible for the overall operation of the assisted living facility, ensuring that the health, safety, and well-being of residents are maintained. The course provides comprehensive instruction on best practices to prevent COVID-19 outbreaks and promote well-being. The course also covers strategies for communicating with stakeholders and promoting resident and staff well-being.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Licensed Practical Nurse provides direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The course provides comprehensive instruction and resources for administrators and direct-care staff working in assisted living communities.
Registered Nurse
Registered Nurse
The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care in a variety of settings, including assisted living facilities. The course provides comprehensive instruction and resources for administrators and direct-care staff working in assisted living communities.
Social Worker
Social Worker
The Social Worker provides counseling, support, and resources to residents and families in assisted living facilities. The course covers strategies for promoting resident and staff well-being and communicating with stakeholders.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Certified Nursing Assistant provides basic care to residents in assisted living facilities, including assisting with activities of daily living, monitoring vital signs, and providing emotional support. The course provides comprehensive instruction and resources for administrators and direct-care staff working in assisted living communities.
Activity Director
Activity Director
The Activity Director plans and implements activities for residents in assisted living facilities. The course covers strategies for promoting resident well-being and reducing stress.
Public Health Nurse
Public Health Nurse
The Public Health Nurse provides education and resources to assisted living communities on disease prevention and control.
Dietary Manager
Dietary Manager
The Dietary Manager is responsible for the food service in an assisted living facility.
Infection Control Specialist
Infection Control Specialist
The Infection Control Specialist is responsible for developing and implementing infection control policies and procedures in assisted living communities.
Maintenance Technician
Maintenance Technician
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the upkeep and repair of an assisted living facility.
Housekeeping Supervisor
Housekeeping Supervisor
The Housekeeping Supervisor is responsible for the cleanliness and maintenance of an assisted living facility.
Epidemiologist
Epidemiologist
The Epidemiologist investigates and analyzes disease outbreaks and patterns in assisted living communities.
Geriatric Care Manager
Geriatric Care Manager
The Geriatric Care Manager provides comprehensive care management services to older adults and their families.
Health Policy Analyst
Health Policy Analyst
The Health Policy Analyst analyzes and develops health policies that relate to assisted living facilities.
Healthcare Administrator
Healthcare Administrator
The Healthcare Administrator manages the business and operations of assisted living communities.
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deeper understanding of the topics covered in
Strategies for Assisted Living Communities during COVID-19.
Provides a comprehensive overview of the COVID-19 pandemic, from its origins to its global impact. It valuable resource for researchers, policymakers, and anyone who wants to understand the pandemic.
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Provides guidance on how to protect residents and staff in assisted living communities from COVID-19. It covers topics such as infection control, testing, and vaccination.
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This guide provides practical guidance on infection control practices for long-term care facilities, including assisted living communities.
This comprehensive resource on COVID-19 from the World Health Organization. It includes information on the virus, its transmission, and its clinical manifestations. It also provides guidance on infection prevention and control, case management, and public health measures.
Provides a global perspective on the COVID-19 pandemic. It covers topics such as the origins of the virus, its spread, and its impact on public health and the economy. It also includes chapters on the development of vaccines and the future of the pandemic.
This guide from the CDC provides clear and concise information on COVID-19 for the general public. It covers topics such as symptoms, transmission, prevention, and treatment.
This guide from the SBA provides guidance for business owners on the COVID-19 pandemic. It covers topics such as financial assistance, employee safety, and supply chain management.
This guide from the AAP provides guidance for parents on the COVID-19 pandemic. It covers topics such as child care, school closures, and mental health support.
This guide from the NCOA provides guidance for seniors on the COVID-19 pandemic. It covers topics such as health and safety, financial assistance, and social isolation.
This guide from the NEA provides guidance for educators on the COVID-19 pandemic. It covers topics such as remote learning, student safety, and mental health support.
Provides guidance for caregivers of people with dementia, including those living in assisted living communities.
Provides a guide to services and resources for older adults, including those living in assisted living communities.
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Develops critical operational skills for administrators and direct-care staff in assisted living communities to prevent and respond to COVID-19 outbreaks
Guided by instructors who are recognized experts on the topic of COVID-19 prevention and management in assisted living communities
Provides comprehensive instruction on emergency preparedness, infection prevention, testing, contact tracing, promoting mental health, and vaccination guidance
Suitable for administrators and direct-care staff in assisted living communities without extensive background knowledge on COVID-19
Offers practical guidance and resources tailored to the specific challenges and risks faced by assisted living communities during the COVID-19 pandemic
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