Floods Underscore Need for Emergency Preparedness

The floods in the Midwest last week reinforce the need for all long-term care facilities to have emergency preparedness plans in place.

During the flooding, at least two facilities, including one in Lisle, Illinois, staged evacuations. The facility, Snow Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, reported water that was mid-calf high in the facility. Residents and staff were ferried from the facilities in rescue boats and taken to other facilities throughout the Chicago suburbs. The facility's administrator confirmed that family members of every resident had been notified of their well-being and location.

The administrator, Stephen Brumer, also stated that, "The staff did a great job and these emergency guys were superb. I've been in this business a long time and I've never seen or had to do anything like this before. I think the dedication of our staff and community shines through more than ever in situations like this."

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