Community Care Options

01/16/2026

January is FLYING by! Due to popular demand, we've added two more courses to our January live-stream webinar calendar. Check it out:

🔥1/21 - Emergency & Disaster Plans: Is Your Facility Prepared?
🔎1/22 - Effective Staffing and Talent Acquisition
📞1/27 - (JUST ADDED!) Improving Your Customer Service
🚶1/28 - (JUST ADDED!) Facilitating Independence in Your Facility

🔗Register now: https://communitycareoptions.my.salesforce-sites.com/

01/13/2026

Is the New Year the Correct Time to Increase the Rent in Your Facility?

With 2026 upon us, along with new laws, regulations, and increased fees, you might be pondering increasing the rent in your assisted living facility. The truth is that raising the rent is not tricky— in fact, HSC 1569.658A details when you should do it. But the question remains: How much should I increase the rent? That depends on a lot of things! In this episode of Tuesdays with Tom, we look at what goes into the timing, why it matters for your business, and how to approach it with residents and families in a clear and thoughtful way.

Deciding when to raise rent in assisted living is not tricky. In fact, HSC 1569.658A details when you should do it. But the question remains: How much should...

01/12/2026

Starting or running an RCFE in California means navigating complex regulations, caring for residents and staff, and managing the ins and outs of a facility. Without the right training, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and procrastinate opening your doors.

When you take the Initial Certification Training Program (ICTP) for RCFE with us, you're putting your education in the hands of instructors with lived experience as administrators. With over 25 years of experience, Community Care Options is THE premiere place to receive your training.

Our next ICTP for RCFE takes place on March 3-10. Spots are limited, so jump on this opportunity ASAP!

What are you waiting for? Register now!

🔗https://communitycareoptions.my.salesforce-sites.com/event/home/ictp3mar2026

01/07/2026

📌 California labor law posters are updated every year—and it’s your responsibility to keep them current and visible. That's why we're having a FLASH SALE through January 11th! Through January 11th, we're offering 15% off on labor poster pre-orders.

Outdated posters can lead to:
⚠️ Compliance violations
⚠️ Fines or penalties
⚠️ Issues during inspections or audits

Plus, if you're a member, you’ll get an additional 15% off your already discounted price—just sign in to the members-only store to purchase.

Staying compliant doesn’t have to be stressful. Plan ahead, save money, and enjoy a little peace of mind.

🔗Pre-order now and save: https://www.communitycareoptions.com/all-products/p/compliance-posters-senate-bill-895-rslgz-fwxft-mcxz9

01/06/2026

Opening a Care Facility in 2026—The Timeline

We've talked a lot about the steps to take to open a care facility, but what about the general timeline? In this video, we go over how long it takes from the 80-hour ICTP all the way to getting your facility licensed.

We've talked a lot about the steps to take to open a care facility, but what about the general timeline? In this week's video, we go over how long it takes f...

01/05/2026

Curious about who will be joining us on our 2026 Alaska Cruise for CEUs? Announcing out first speaker: Nancy Schier Anzelmo.

Nancy Schier Anzelmo is a seasoned gerontologist with extensive expertise in senior housing and dementia care. As the owner of Alzheimer’s Care Associates LLC, Nancy consults on senior housing projects nationwide, collaborating with developers, providers, and organizations like the Alzheimer’s Association. She’s a lecturer in the Gerontology Department at California State University, Sacramento, and the Co-Founder of the Connected Horse program, which offers equine-guided engagement for individuals affected by dementia.

Come learn from her and others this summer!
📅June 19-26, 2026
📄Earn up to 10 CEUs
🔗https://communitycareoptions.my.salesforce-sites.com/event/home/alaska2026

01/02/2026

🍾 We're ringing in the new year with nine classes this month, including three brand new live-stream webinars! We know that staying on top of your CEUs is one of your New Year's resolutions—let us help! Our live-stream webinars make it easy for you to stay on track! Check out all this month has to offer down below!

💊1/3: Medication Management Laws & Regulations
🧠1/6: Glen Campbell Doc. + Dementia Behaviors
🚶1/7: (NEW!) Facilitating Independence in Your Facility
👍1/10: (NEW!) Effective Staffing and Talent Acquisition
⚠️1/13: Understanding OSHA Requirements
🚨1/14: Workplace Violence Prevention & Emergency Training
🧘1/15: Activities—What's the Big Deal?
🏡1/20: (NEW!) Attract Residents and Keep Your Homes Full
🔥1/21: Emergency & Disaster Plans: Is Your Facility Prepared?

2026 is off to a FANTASTIC start! Register for any of these courses now!

🔗 https://communitycareoptions.my.salesforce-sites.com/

12/31/2025

We're closing up shop early today! We will be closed from noon today through New Year's Day, tomorrow. Have a safe and fabulous NYE!

12/30/2025

On the Horizon: 2026 Plans

There are only TWO DAYS LEFT of 2025!!! We're so honored to be your assisted living resource—thank you for continuing to choose us! Wondering what's next for us in 2026? Cruises! New locations! Conferences! And more!

Will we see you at any of our events? Let us know in the comments down below! 🍾

WOW, what a year 2025 has been! Consider this our 2025 Wrapped—it's been a year of growth, learning, and expansion for us. We're so honored to be your assist...

12/29/2025

As the holiday season draws to a close, we wanted to draw your attention to our latest blog! Whether your residents are hardcore fans of the season, or would prefer to go about their business as usual, it can be a challenging time of year to navigate as an assisted living or residential care administrator. Here are three KEY takeaways:

1. 🫂 Emotions run high this time of year—hold space for all of them!
2. 🎄Have a variety of activities for all ability levels.
3. 🗓️Make sure you have adequate staffing.

🔗Read the full blog now:

https://www.communitycareoptions.com/blog/navigating-the-holidays-in-assisted-living

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas to all who celebrate! And to those that don't, happy Thursday and happy holidays!

12/23/2025

Thinking of Next Year's CEUs? We Got You

Christmas week is upon us (if you celebrate)! Things might be particularly busy in your facility this week. Hang in there! You're doing great! Just a few quick updates from us: We're highlighting a video that details why CEU Cruises are one of the best ways to learn and earn!

You might be thinking: You guys sure go to Alaska a lot, what's up with that? Well, we go once a year (usually), for our special Cruise for CEUs experience! ...