Perhaps your loved one is no longer able to live alone at home. They may have specific medical needs, or the work of maintaining a home may just be too much for them. How do you know the right next step for them?

These days, there a lot of senior living options. Most fall into the categories of assisted living facilities or nursing homes. Here is the difference between the two.

Assisted Living Facilities:

1. Bridge the gap between independent living and skilled nursing facilities or nursing homes
2. Provide a variety of services for residents who need occasional assistance with “activities of daily living” like bathing, using the bathroom, and taking medication
3. Focus on providing as much independence to your loved one as possible

Nursing Homes and Skilled Nursing Facilities:

1. Generally certified by your state and provides 24/7 nursing care.
2. Needed if your loved one is bed bound, on a respirator, requires wound care, or needs daily nursing care.
3. Best suited for individuals who require round-the-clock care for complex medical needs.

Depending on what your senior’s new needs, one of these options will be better than the other. It is important to know how each is different so you can choose the best option for your loved one.

We hope we have helped you SPIN YOUR HEALTHCARE YOUR WAY!

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