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important Questions to ask when visiting a facility |
| Care |
- What levels of care are provided?
- What circumstances would require a move?
- What is the staff to resident ratio?
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| Costs |
- What is included in the cost?
- Are there levels of care or service points?
- Is there a Community or move-in fee?
- How often do you increase your costs?
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| Transportation |
- Is transportation provided?
- How far can I travel?
- Can I take a scooter or electric wheelchair?
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| Activities |
- What activities are provided?
- Who comes to the house?
- How are residents encouraged to participate or notified of activities?
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| Food & Meals |
- What is a typical weekly menu?
- May I eat in my room?
- What are the food choices?
- Can you handle a special diet?
- Are there snacks
- How much time do residents have to eat?
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Medications &
Nusing Staff |
- Does a doctor or nurse practitioner come here?
- How are medications delivered to the home and administered?
- What are the financial arrangements?
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| Environment |
- How does the home smell and look?
- Are the current residents clean, comfortable, and happy?
- Does the relationship between staff and residents appear warm and friendly?
- Are the rooms clean and bright?
- What are the regulations regarding pets?
- What are the smoking regulations?
- How close is this location to visiting family and friends?
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