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Senior Care and Elderly Assisted Living Considerations
The first question you need to ask is, Exactly what kind of service do I need right now? (A stroke may mean you need some short-term, in-home care, while recent loss of a spouse may mean you want new social opportunities that a retirement community could provide.) The second is, what kind of service might I need in the future? The third question is, do I want to stay where I am or move closer to my children? (Being near to family is more important to many of us than staying in our homes.)
Friends, family physicians, local agencies on aging, gerontology departments of local universities, and national aged-care organizations can all suggest good facilities. Much of the initial research can be done by telephone. Speak to the director or manager of the facility (not a salesperson) and ask these questions:
How long has the facility been in existence?
Are you licensed by the state?
Are you accredited by state or national professional organizations concerned with the quality of service in aged-care facilities?
Do you have certification for Medicare and Medicaid participation? Certification is a complicated process involving both state and federal social service agencies. Because benefits are paid directly to facilities for services rendered, clients need to be sure that the facility is certified so that it can participate in the payment program.
What is the ratio of staff to residents? The appropriate ratio of staff to residents, as well as the combination of registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nursing assistants, will vary with the type of care residents need. One indication that the ratio is about right is that nursing staff are able to respond in a timely manner to calls for assistance in getting out of bed and going to the bathroom.
What are the educational backgrounds and experience of your staff?
Is your staff certified in their various specialties? such as nursing, occupational therapy, music therapy, and recreational therapy?
To what extent are families of residents involved in facility activities? For example, do families help plan and participate in some activities? Do family members feel free to drop by anytime? Do family members feel welcome to share an occasional meal? Search more information >>
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