Assisted Living Facilities

Assisted Living Facilities : 

Assisted Living Facilities Common Myths about Assisted Living Facilities

Common Myths about Assisted Living Facilities : 

Common Myths about Assisted Living Facilities Families have preconceived ideas Media emphasizes negative stories The following information will dispel common myths about assisted living facilities

Myth #1: The Phrase ‘Assisted Living Facility’ is new terminology to describe nursing homes : 

Myth #1: The Phrase ‘Assisted Living Facility’ is new terminology to describe nursing homes Assisted living facilities are a new concept Designed to serve the needs of our changing society Seniors live longer and prefer to live independently Adult children juggling two careers, children, and needs of aging parents

Assisted Living is the Solution : 

Assisted Living is the Solution Eldercare professionals recognize the need for an active lifestyle and care Seniors don’t feel as though they’re a burden Live independently Full calendar of activities Secure in knowing assistance is always available Promote independence, whereas nursing homes focus on skilled medical care and therapy

Myth #2: No Wheelchairs and No Incontinence : 

Myth #2: No Wheelchairs and No Incontinence Independence is encouraged, but wheelchairs not prohibited Must be able to transfer with one person assist Two person assist or non-weight bearing patients not appropriate for this environment

Incontinent Patients Accepted if Condition Can be Managed : 

Incontinent Patients Accepted if Condition Can be Managed Toileting schedule Incontinence products Frequent reminders Most seniors receiving toileting assistance can maintain active lifestyle without fear of accidents Unmanageable bowel incontinence may require an alternative setting Poses health risk for other residents

Myth #3: Medicare Will Pay for Assisted Living : 

Myth #3: Medicare Will Pay for Assisted Living Medicare does not provide coverage for non-skilled care Skilled nursing facilities accept Medicare Assisted living facilities typically private pay or long-term care insurance Some beds set aside for Medicaid recipients Others offer financial assistance programs Limited financing or future Medicaid applicants may want to consider a care home

All Senior Homes : 

All Senior Homes All Senior Homes is a resource for seniors and families searching for housing and care services Visit http://www.allseniorhomes.com for more information on senior housing Information in this presentation provided by Sara Shelton, gerontologist, for AllSeniorHomes.com