Emergency Preparedness Program for Long Term Care

The Emergency Preparedness Program Best Practice Guidebook for Long Term Care is designed to help organizations apply best practices and manage regulatory compliance. This customizable resource serves as a template to support the development and ongoing maintenance of a comprehensive Emergency Preparedness Program.

From hurricanes and floods to violent incidents and other crises, long term care facilities must be ready to respond quickly and effectively. This guidebook highlights the essential role of every team member—from executive directors to frontline staff—in maintaining resident safety and operational continuity during emergencies.

This practical guide equips long term care staff with essential knowledge and tools to effectively manage emergencies and support recovery efforts. It emphasizes real-world application, cross-agency coordination, and the critical roles staff play during a crisis.

Key Features 

• Best practices for emergency preparedness, incident response, and recovery planning

• Guidance for working within local, state, federal, and non-governmental systems

• Tools to support both leadership and support roles during emergencies

• Strategies for navigating high-stakes situations and ensuring continuity of care

To ensure effective use, the guidebook should be thoroughly reviewed and tailored to reflect the specific needs and conditions of each facility. Footnotes are included throughout to highlight areas where site-specific customization is necessary.

PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A ZIP FILE, NOT A PDF. AFTER PURCHASING, YOU WILL BE ABLE TO DOWNLOAD THE FILE A MAXIMUM OF THREE TIMES. SAVING THE DOWNLOADED FILE IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. 

*Please note, there are no refunds available for this e-product*

Published August 2022

Downloadable Size - 5.20 MB

Page Length - 559

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