Assisted living

one time or another we may all be in a place where we will be looking for an Assisted Living Facility. Whether it’s for parents, grandparents, a spouse, or loved one, one will want to know which type of facility will be best. Making an informed decision based on research, investigation and costs will help people make an informed decision about which Assisted Living Facility is right for them. An Assisted Living Facility is defined as a place where older people that do not need to live in nursing homes go to live that need some sort of care. These individuals are still independent and self-sufficient but need some sort of care assistance. It a place they can call home and live comfortably. Couples may move in together in a small apartment and enjoy the comforts of not having to worry about everyday stresses as mowing the lawn all the way down to driving to the store if that is the services they need. High-end Assisted Living Facilities may provide shuttle services, hairdressers, comprehensive exercise facilities--often with a full-time activity director—and monthly visits from nurse practitioners or medical…

Ohio Centers for Assisted Living (OCAL) is a state-wide organization aimed at helping the geriatric population of Ohio. OCAL was one of the first organizations in Ohio for assisted living and they are still growing today. OCAL strives to ensure that senior citizens of Ohio have access to quality assistive living services available and that those citizens have the means to acquire them. Their mission statement is as follows, “Assisted living is one of the fastest growing sectors of the long-term…

SunnySide Assisted Living is a newly opened assisted living facility that offers a wide range of services and activities. SunnySide Assisted Living is designed to allow elderly individuals to enjoy retirement while maintaining their independence. Retirement should be enjoyed, not spent doing household chores. This assisted living facility is designed for elderly individuals who are both completely independent and/or individuals who need personal assistance with daily activities. The physical…

Assisted Living Facilities: One of the hardest choices a family will ever make is to decide whether or not to put an elder of the household into a care facility, seemingly sending them away as most people see it. Though in reality the accommodations are unlike any of the myths, all of the horror stories, every one of the misconceptions that are out there about assisted living are not as they seem. In reality “assisted living [is] a long-term care option that combines housing, support services…

The community is aging and the need of a new assisted living facility will to meet the demands within the community. Enlisting the use of planners will help in deciding how to best meet the community’s overall needs for assisted living as well as providing around the clock care for those citizens needing additional services. After analyzing the need for such services the plans, confirm the success of a new assisted living facility. The cost of the development is estimated at $4 million…

Life-enhancing activities for our senior living residents are offered every day, many of which are designed for groups in order to bring everyone together to share their lives in an active way. I have been a part of this portion because I volunteered with Lupe for my hours in the activities room. She has a big calendar hanged up in the hall for the residents to see and I think that is great to let them know what is going on that day. They have trips to like Dollar Tree, Walmart and restaurants.…

Many patients in assisted living facilities are in their late seventies to eighties. At this age, several life changes often begin to occur, for example, loss of friends and loved ones, and also health problems begin to arise. Depending on the facility the resident is in, services may be available to help with the grieving and support process. Assisted living facilities also provide nursing care to assist the patients depending on what their medical history is. The spectrum of care that…

supporting her kids in their sports. She discussed how her children’s friends would be over her house because it was the place to gather. Martha enjoys home cooked meals especially pies, desserts, and other baked goods, she laughed saying “even though I’m not supposed to eat those.” She enjoys classical, country western and gospel. She looks forward to and values spending time with her family who comes to visit her on holidays and birthdays. She stated that feels good physically and…

skilled professionals at St. Joseph 's Bluffs Nursing Home in Jefferson City, Missouri, and I am so thankful and appreciative for the outstanding care the staff provided. I am also deeply grateful for the spiritual care and guidance given by Chaplain Mueller as well. My grandmother´s battle with Parkinson’s Disease was not easy, and the care and attention required was demanding. I have a newfound appreciation for those who work in this capacity and will always remember this particular nursing…

Axis1: Adjustment disorder with anxiety. CM observed that client lately is talking about action was prescribed. Client was referred to go to Woodhull Hospital for Individual Mental Health Counseling. SUBSTANCE UPDATE: Client continues to reports no substance of mental history. REVIEW ILP AND CLIENT RIGHT AND CLIENT CODE OF CONDUCTE: CM reiterates the shelter rule and regulation and for the client to adhere to the 10pm curfew. HOUSING UPATES; Client is undocumented and reported at the present…