Facility Management Solutions for Memory Care Communities | Expert Insights

Welcome to Facility Talk With The Froelich Brothers!In this episode, we dive into facility management solutions with Melanie Wallace, Executive Director at Barton House Nashville, a leading memory care community. With over 25 years of experience in healthcare and senior living, Melanie shares real-world insights on how to streamline facility maintenance, improve operational efficiency, and implement cost-effective strategies to keep communities running smoothly.Learn how small communities like Barton House optimize maintenance operations without relying heavily on facility management software, instead using simple, actionable workflows to track maintenance tasks, service work orders, and manage facility upgrades and repairs. Melanie discusses best practices in preventive maintenance, asset management, inventory management, and maintaining regulatory compliance — all critical for minimizing downtime and maximizing customer satisfaction.Discover how effective maintenance management practices, supported by strong communication and ongoing training, enhance the lifecycle of physical assets like HVAC systems, flooring, and building envelopes. We also explore the importance of developing maintenance schedules, managing service providers, and utilizing manual dashboards and actionable insights to stay ahead of issues without a cloud-based system or a full CMMS platform.Key topics also include how to achieve cost savings, ensure high occupancy rates, and support sustainability efforts through smart energy management practices. While larger organizations may invest heavily in building automation, IWMS solutions, and advanced space management and asset tracking tools, Melanie shows that even smaller communities can succeed with a hands-on, strategic approach.Whether you're involved in property management, real estate, facility services, or looking for facility management software solutions that fit your operations, this episode offers valuable metrics, tips for decision-making, and strategies to reduce inefficiencies and improve response times.🔔 Like this video? Subscribe for more case studies, roofing tips, and expert advice from the TEMA Roofing team on all types of facility maintenance!TEMA can handle all your commercial roofing maintenance needs, from commercial roof replacement, regular inspections, new roof installation, roof damage or roof leak repair, preventative maintenance programs, and more. Our roofing experts have over 50 years of experience in all types of commercial roofing and HVAC unit services. No matter what building maintenance tasks you need, your commercial building is in good hands with our maintenance team.Focused on Quality. Founded on Family.#FacilityManagement #PropertyMaintenance #FacilityTalk #BuildingMaintenance #SeniorLiving #PreventativeMaintenance #MaintenanceStrategy #maintenanceplan 00:00 Introduction to Facility Management and Guest Background03:03 Evolution of Assisted Living and Memory Care05:55 Challenges in Dementia Care and Family Support09:00 Facility Management: Building Maintenance and Operations12:02 Strategies for Effective Communication and Team Management15:11 Technology in Facility Management17:49 Training and Development in Memory Care20:57 Hiring Practices and Staff Retention23:58 Conclusion and Future Insights