CHUG Team

04/07/2026

Health goes beyond patient care; it includes safety, preparedness, and protection in every situation.

At CHUG, we support healthcare organizations by helping them stay ready for the unexpected, so staff can respond with confidence and patients stay protected when it matters most.

Strong preparedness is a key part of a healthier world.

04/05/2026

Wishing you a joyful and peaceful Easter.

May your day be filled with time spent with loved ones, fresh beginnings, and a little bit of sunshine along the way.

From all of us at CHUG - Happy Easter!

04/01/2026

Is your team ready for a catastrophic flood?

The Flood Workshop will show members how to prepare for, respond to, and recover from a community flood or broken water main. Through these discussion-based workshops, tabletop exercises, and full-scale exercises, staff will test emergency plans, deploy resources, and strengthen decision-making.

Members can register through the member portal. Not a member yet? Become a member today to access this and other exclusive training opportunities!
https://www.chugteam.org/become-a-member

03/27/2026

Not being compliant can cost you, and unfortunately, it's something we see every day at CHUG.

With new regulations like hb3392 impacting assisted living and supportive living communities in Illinois, emergency preparedness can’t be an afterthought.

Confidence comes from having a plan that’s current, clear, and ready.

We help healthcare leaders strengthen preparedness before it becomes a crisis.

Request a consultation with our founders here: https://www.chugteam.org/contact

03/23/2026

Severe weather season is here! Are you ready?

March marks peak tornado season, and preparedness matters more than ever for senior living communities, caregivers, and healthcare teams.

Our tip sheets are designed to be practical tools you can use with your team, during trainings, and as part of your emergency planning.

There are 18 in all – including the tornado preparedness sheet and other emergency-specific resources. Get them here: https://www.chugteam.org/safety-and-emergency-tip-sheets

Stay alert. Stay vigilant. Stay prepared.

03/19/2026

As healthcare systems are expected to plan for continuity of care during disasters to maintain compliance, recent reporting out of Seattle offers an important insight that can't be ignored.

“Consultants warn Seattle’s emergency management system is stretched thin as storms, floods and major events like the World Cup approach.”

Consultants warn Seattle's emergency management system is stretched thin as storms, floods and major events like the World Cup approach.

03/17/2026

Happy St. Patrick’s Day from CHUG! ☘️

There’s nothing quite like Chicago culture, especially when the river turns green.

We're proud to be part of a city that celebrates big and leads strong.

Wishing everyone a safe and festive day!

03/13/2026

Preparedness isn’t something you check off once and forget.

Membership with CHUG gives healthcare and senior living leaders ongoing support with CMS compliance, mutual aid collaboration, emergency restoration resources, training exercises, and exclusive regulatory updates.

As expectations grow and regulations like HB3392 raise the bar, having the right network matters.

Confidence in a crisis starts long before one happens.

If your organization is ready to strengthen its preparedness strategy, becoming a CHUG member is a great next step. https://www.chugteam.org/become-a-member

03/11/2026

With the introduction of HB3392, Assisted Living and Supportive Living communities are seeing updated expectations around emergency preparedness, documentation, and operational planning.

For many leaders, this can feel like just one more thing added to an already full plate.

But here’s the reframe: this isn’t about paperwork. It’s about protection. It’s about making sure residents, families, and staff are safe and supported when it matters most.

The good news? You don’t have to figure it out alone.

CHUG was built to support senior living and healthcare communities with practical preparedness tools, guidance, and collaboration.

HB3392 is a reminder that preparedness isn’t optional anymore; it’s leadership.

If you’re reviewing your plan right now, this might be the moment to strengthen it.

We’re here to help.

Read the full blog with more details about HB3392 here:

03/09/2026

A recent article from Skilled Nursing News highlights key compliance challenges ahead for healthcare leaders.

“The regulators are really using those to determine if your alleged capacity and resources that are required to deliver the care of the residents that you’re admitting are accurate."

Read the full article: https://skillednursingnews.com/2025/12/not-just-a-box-you-check-qapi-facility-assessments-frontline-staff-among-compliance-challenges-in-2026/

03/05/2026

March CHUG member-exclusive events are here!

Our upcoming sessions are focused on active intruder/shooter response and workplace violence preparedness.

Designed specifically for long-term care, skilled nursing facilities, and healthcare leaders, these interactive events are for strengthening readiness and response

Members, please visit the portal to register.

Not a member yet? If you’re ready to access quality education, exercises, and preparedness resources, now is the time to join. https://www.chugteam.org/become-a-member

02/26/2026

Emergency preparedness isn’t one-size-fits-all.

Individuals living with Alzheimer’s and dementia require specialized planning, communication strategies, and accommodations, especially during emergencies.

Learn how preparedness planning can better protect vulnerable populations and support caregivers when it matters most.

Read the blog article: https://www.chugteam.org/resources/emergency-preparedness-for-dementia-care