Useful Strategies for Selecting a Quality Assisted Living Facility

 

 

If your mother, dad or some other loved one has reached the point at which they can't remain at home alone, and need

ongoing care, then it could be time to begin looking into assisted living in Arizona.  The challenge with this choice is that there are a large number of centers to choose from, making it tricky to know which option is best.  Assisted Living communities, facilities and group homes come in all shape sizes and levels of care provided although they may all be called "Assisted Living" they are not the same level of care. 

 

  

Ascertain What Degree of Care Your Loved One Needs. Modern assisted living centers offer three

Basic levels of care they are Directed Care, Personal Care and Supervisory Care.  Individuals who require the maximum help will generally be at a "Directed Care" facility or group home.  Typically, seniors in those facilities

will have a private room but semi-private rooms may also be available to assisted those with a lower monthly budget.  

  

 

Do several things on their own, but need some help with day to day tasks, like taking medications, bathing, cooking and much more.  If you choose this type of care, then your senior loved one will receive a private or semi-private

room, meals, assistance with ADL's, medication administration assistance will be provided by the staff. Keep in mind that not all places are the same, some are all inclusive and some charge for services on a ala carte basis.  Many larger communities or facilities charge ala carte meaning the fee for the room is separate from the fee for care services.  So in these cases your monthly fees will start at one level and then increase as more services or care is needed.  I group home facilities most charge one all inclusive rate for all the care the senior needs.

 

Seniors who are able to handle tasks on their own each day, but need someone to help with cooking or cleaning will generally live in an independent living facility. Some independent living communities offer additional services which may be purchased separately such as housekeeping, personal care services and daily check-ins with the front desk. 

 

What to consider when choosing an assisted living facility in Arizona,

 

You need to take into account the quality and safety of the centre.  Although You can use online sources to assist you in determining what places follow the established rules and regulations that were set by the Department of Health Services, it is important to utilize the services of a Senior placement agency like the one at A Caring Hand for Mom which is staffed by Licensed Health Care Professionals.  Their care and experience will help you sort through all the important details that need to be taken into account when searching for assisted living options in Arizona  

 

  

 

After you have found the facilities which meet the regulations and rules set by the government, that provide the services you are requiring, is in the financial range you require  then you want to go to the facilities which you're considering.  Make sure that you have some opportunity to talk with the care providers, managers and, if possible, some of the residents.  This is a great way to obtain some invaluable insight about the services of this facility.  

  

 

Throughout your visit, you should Not Just speak To the people there, but also go through the rooms, food, activities and more.  This is a very important portion of assisted living life and something you ought to find out about prior to choosing a location for your older loved one.  Ask if their staff has had any specialized training, what level of care they are licensed for in different section of the community and how many staff members are there to each resident during the day, evening and night shifts.  

 

When It's Time to choose an assisted living FacilityFacility, the best thing you can do is make use of the hints here.  When you do, you'll be able to make an informed decision concerning the facility that is ideal for you.  Being informed is your best way to make the perfect decision for your aging loved one.  

 

Find out more about what to think about when looking for at an assisted living facility by visiting the A Caring Hand for Mom (and Dad) website and by speaking with an experienced health care professional by calling 800-881-7706