Bed Bug Webinar

Bed bugs are becoming increasingly common in senior living communities due to their ability to travel easily from a senior's previous home. Once in the community, they can multiply and spread quickly, wreaking havoc throughout the building and affecting the well-being of residents and staff.

While bed bugs are not known to transmit disease, their bites can leave itchy red welts. However, everyone reacts to bites differently, and many people show no reaction at all, so proper bed bug identification is key.

Senior living companies must be prepared for infestations and know how to manage the problem efficiently and effectively. This Webinar series will provide you with the tools you need to minimize the risk of a bed bug infestation and the steps to take if your community encounters bed bugs.

A Webinar recording is available in the Bed Bug Detection and Management Tool Kit in the ALFA Store. Learn about the causes of bed bug infestations and how to reduce the chances of one striking your community. You will also gain an understanding of new litigation threats that surround bed bug infestations and build a risk management plan for dealing with this pest.

Advanced Webinar Series:
Effective Bed Bug Detection and Management in Senior Living Communities

This educational offering was reviewed by the National Continuing Education Review Service (NCERS) of the National Association of Long Term Care Administrator Boards (NAB) and approved for 2.00 clock hours.

*A Webinar recording is available in the Bed Bug Detection and Management Tool Kit in the ALFA Store.

Session 1, November 15, 2-3:15 PM ET

Pulling Back the Sheets on Bed Bugs: Detection, Documentation and Staff Training in Senior Living Environment

Learn how to identify bed bugs and where to find them.
Learn how bed bugs operate and spread.
Understand the challenges of bed bugs in a senior living environment.
Learn preventative pest management strategies to reduce the risk of an infestation as well as the various treatment options.
Gain insight into staff training, including responsibilities for housekeeping and clinical staff in detecting bed bugs.
Understand the need for pest management documentation in preventing litigation.
Q&A.

Presenters:

Dr. Ron Harrison, Entomologist and Director of Technical Services, Orkin Commercial Services
Kristie Kronk , Sr. VP of Resident Services, Elmcroft Senior Living

Session 2, November 29, 2-3:15 PM ET

Applying Risk Management Techniques to the Bed Bug Infestation Threat in Senior Living Communities: Risk Assessment, Risk Avoidance and Risk Transfer.

Explore the foundation of an effective bed bug management program incorporating:
- Staff and residents training tool;
- Effective policy and procedure and surveillance program;
- A checklist to use to prevent, detect and manage bed bugs, and understand how liability exposure can occur and the types of claims resulting from bed bugs and how to manage those claims.
Learn how an insurance remedy for outbreaks works.
Learn how a bed bug management program enhances your organizations’ overall risk management program.
Q&A.

Presenters:

Steven W. Sachs , ARM, Executive Vice President, Director Real Estate and Hotel Practice, Willis
Mary Lynn Curran , Vice President, Clinical Risk Consulting, Risk Specialties, Willis

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ALFA reserves the right to adjust the Webinar Series program without notice.

NAB CEU Certified

Many of the Webinars that ALFA offers qualify for CEU credit by the National Continuing Education Review Service (NCERS) of the National Association of Long Term Care Administrator Boards (NAB). Just another perk to add to the list!

CONVENIENT

No airlines. No travel. No wasted time here. Get right to the heart of the matter in an hour block designed to easily fit into your busy schedule.

INTERACTIVE

Have your questions answered by leading experts in the field.

ROI

ALFA's live Webinar trainings provide money-saving, impactful tactics that you can start implementing. Executives serving with ALFA provider member companies enjoy special savings.

RECORDINGS

Can't make the live Webinars? Purchase a recording of the Webinar instead from the ALFA store.