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What is a Nursing Home? The Safety and Full-Time Care They Need.

A nursing home is the highest care environment for today’s seniors that require the skilled nursing services of a physician, nurse, social worker, physical therapist, occupational therapist or a respiratory therapist. These facilities are mostly paid for by Medicare and Medicaid. A nursing home is usually used more for a short term rehabilitation stay than as a long term care facilities option unless the senior is on a Medicaid program.

Most seniors will never need a nursing home due to the increased services that assisted living and memory care communities can perform. Private pay is rarely used in this care setting due to recurring cost ranging from $250.00 to $400.00 per day. Nursing homes are considered the most restrictive environments for seniors.

Special licensing is required in certain states.

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Services Provided by Nursing Homes Nationwide Include*:

  • Medication Management
  • Full Housekeeping
  • Community or In-Room Meal Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Health Services
  • 24-Hour Security
  • Wellness Programs
  • Social/Group Activities
  • Assistance with Activities of Daily Living (Bathing, Toileting, etc.)

*Amenities, activities, and services vary by community.

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The good news nowadays is that there are many alternatives to a nursing home. The bad news is that families and physicians don’t know about them. Nursing care these days are for the sickest of the sick.

Twenty years ago, any senior could check themselves into a nursing home, even if they only needed supervision. Now, most seniors that go to a nursing home are being admitted short term after a hospital stay. Traditional Medicare will only pay for nursing care after a hospital stay of 3 nights, and that is only if there is a true medical need for round-the-clock nurses.

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RATED 10 OUT OF 10 BY C.B..
What did you like about your experience with CarePatrol?
The tailored personal service was wonderful. Alicia spent the time to get to know my Uncle, understand his needs and found him an Adult Family Home that fit those needs. I had been trying to find a place for him for several weeks and wasn't having much luck. I tried another service before CarePatrol was recommended but they did not have first hand knowledge of many of the assisted living or AFH facilities. Within two weeks Alicia had us visiting the AFH and my Uncle moved in a couple of weeks later. I am very pleased with the experience I had with CarePatrol and appreciate Alicia's help and kindness.
RATED 10 OUT OF 10 BY M.J.F..
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Alicia was absolutely amazing in helping me find the right placement for my elderly mother. From the very first time I spoke with her, she showed genuine compassion for our situation and had the expertise to guide me through the process. She knew all the people I needed to know in the network we were communicating with - from the hospital to a home vs skilled nursing facilities and assisted living. She listened with care and followed-up quickly. She was always available - phone calls and text messages, especially when we had to make swift and hard decisions. In just a few short days, we found the best place for my elderly mother with the right care. I appreciated all her work and tips. I would not have been able to make the decisions we did without her. Thank you!
RATED 10 OUT OF 10 BY A.M..
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CarePatrol did a fantastic job of finding a place for my dad. They really care about their customers. I would highly recommend them!

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