Safety is a crucial piece of the environment we have built here at Mercy House. There are several ways that we create and maintain a safe environment for our family members:
Secure Environment
Both inside and outside our courtyard, our entrances and exits are secure and monitored. The wall around our outdoor area allows family members to enjoy nature safely and experience the outdoors without safety concerns.
Bed Alarms
Where appropriate, bed alarms notify caregivers if a member rolls out of bed or tries to get out of bed on their own rather than with assistance. This allows staff to respond quickly in these events and ensure that no one injures themselves or puts themselves at risk.
Staff Security Checks
All employees at Mercy House undergo thorough security checks to ensure their suitability for the role, including screening against the Sex Offender Registry as well as the state’s Employee Misconduct Registry. Passing these checks is required to obtain employment here and guarantees that the staff working with our family members are appropriately qualified to do so.
Sex Offender Registry Screening
All residents at Mercy House are screened against the sex offender registry to prioritize the safety of the other residents. You can never be too careful.
Visitor Requirements
Everyone who visits Mercy House is approved by family ahead of time, and they must check in with a RA upon arriving. This allows for all visitors to be accounted for and approved ahead of time to ensure safety for both residents and staff.
Ongoing Training
Mercy House provides its employees with monthly training, which updates and adds onto what they already have learned and know within their line of work. This provides opportunity for feedback, growth, and
In summary, Mercy House creates and maintains a safe environment for their family members in several ways, including monitored and secure outdoor areas, bed alarms, staff security checks, visitor requirements, and ongoing training for staff. Safety is an incredibly important piece of how we keep our family members happy and safe during their stay here.
