Sharp Seniors

[...] Don’t make the mistake of thinking that an assisted living facility and a nursing home are the same thing. This is actually a very common and unfortunate [...]

[...] If you’re just beginning to explore assisted living facility options, or if you’re investigating them for a loved one, you have to consider such a vital [...]

[...] dementia. These services can take place at a skilled nursing facility, assisted living facility or an Alzheimer’s/Dementia care facility. The care stresses routine schedules and [...]

[...] steps you are much more likely to make a sound decision and avoid choosing the wrong assisted living facility. A checklist allows you to perform a much more detailed and accurate assessment for you or [...]

[...] , Assisted Living which provides help in daily routines such as bathing and cleaning, and Nursing Home Care, which is an in-depth care program for those that need round-the-clock care. Within these [...]

[...] Don’t make the mistake of thinking that an assisted living facility and a nursing home are the same thing. This is actually a very common and unfortunate misunderstanding, which can [...]

[...] ! @AARPMoney Family caregivers provide $450 billion in unpaid care each yr. deserve support and respite care. #LTCareCosts — Kathy Birkett (@SrCareCorner) January 10, 2014 A3: Consider out of pocket [...]

[...] Board and care homes Payment Options: Private Pay Price Range: $3,000 to $7,000 per month Respite Care Respite care is a temporary care system that is designed to provide caregivers a break from [...]

[...] Don’t make the mistake of thinking that an assisted living facility and a nursing home are the same thing. This is actually a very common and [...]

[...] If you’re just beginning to explore assisted living facility options, or if you’re investigating them for a loved one, you have to consider such [...]

[...] . There are three basic CCRC levels: Senior Living where residents have 100% independence, Assisted Living which provides help in daily routines such as bathing and cleaning, and Nursing Home Care, [...]

[...] Geriatric Care Managers, the American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living and the Mayo Clinic. Although the labyrinth of paying for quality assisted living care and [...]

[...] will be able to advise you. Generally, if you’ve reached the point where you require medical care or services around the clock, a nursing home is the safest and wisest choice. On the other [...]

[...] safety hazards and dementia related behaviors. Home Health Aides Staff which provide non-medical care for patients such as assistance with eating, dressing, bathing, and other routine daily tasks. [...]

[...] 24-hour care to elderly residents that have limited mobility and require a high level of medical care. Typically, nursing homes provide a permanent living solution for people with complex health [...]

[...] wrong direction. Generally speaking, the basic difference between assisted living and nursing home care is the level of personal health care required. Care Needs At the most fundamental level, an [...]

[...] live. Assisted living residents are typically healthy and generally receive services such as home care and maintenance, food preparation, laundry, and social programs. Benefit Period The period of [...]

[...] assistance can remain in the comfort of their own homes. A Home Care Specialist usually is trained to provide Activities of Daily Levels (ADL’s) and Instrumental [...]

[...] Pay Medicare/Medicaid via certified home health agencies Price Range: Typically an hourly fee Adult Day Care Similar to Respite Care, Adult Day Care programs are designed to give care givers a break [...]

[...] , eating, and grooming. Assisted living facilities provide this type of care to residents. Adult Day Care Provides patients with services during regular business hours. The patient then returns to [...]

[...] living community is just one of many important decisions that need to be made regarding senior care. The next challenge is choosing the right facility for you or your loved one. A personalized [...]

[...] for those that might be in need of progressive health care down the road. When considering senior care facilities, it’s best to start with the basic levels of what is referred to as CCRC’s or [...]

[...] participated in our first ever Twitter Chat. The theme was one of the most important topics in senior care: Paying for Long-Term Care and we were honored to be among a distinguished panel of experts [...]

[...] or section, surrounded by apartments of town homes where senior residents live. Assisted living residents are typically healthy and generally receive services such as home care and [...]

[...] medications, nurse care, daily health care regimen, meals and housekeeping services. Assisted living residents typically live in private or shared rooms and on-site staff members are on duty 24h- [...]

[...] If you’re just beginning to explore assisted living facility options, or if you’re investigating them for a loved one, you have to consider such a vital issue as [...]