One of the most difficult emotional, financial and logistical decisions a family must make is choosing an Assisted Living community for their loved one. But you must find the right place for your parent or other relatives with limited mobility. Here are some things to look for when touring Assisted Living communities:
Professionalism and Experience of the Team
The team should be approachable and friendly when you visit an Assisted Living community. They should be able to communicate clearly with residents, family members and residents’ friends or visitors.
If the community you are considering has a large number of residents with limited mobility issues, their care team must be trained in the latest care techniques for this population. This will ensure that your loved one receives proper care while they live there – and it could save them from unnecessary pain or injury if something goes wrong (or prevent it altogether).
Additional Services Offered by the Community
Assisted Living communities offer a wide range of services to their residents. These can include assistance with daily activities like eating and bathing, help with finances, or medication management.
The type and level of care provided will vary depending on the needs of each resident. Some Assisted Living communities do not provide medical services; others provide round-the-clock nursing care, while others offer some combination. You must know exactly what your loved one needs so they can live comfortably in their new home environment without feeling like their caregivers neglect them at any time during the day or night!
Environment and Amenities
The community’s physical features and amenities can help you decide if it’s the right fit for your loved one. For instance, does the community have a safe environment? Does it have features that make it easy for those with limited mobility to get around?
- Is there enough room for people with walkers or wheelchairs?
- Do they have designated handicapped parking spaces?
- Are there elevators in each building so residents can easily move between floors without stairs or ramps (if applicable)?
The answers to these questions will give you an insight into how well-equipped the community is for helping those who may need extra assistance.
Resident Health and Safety Policies
It is important to look at the resident health and safety policies. These will provide information on how well the community is equipped to handle medical emergencies and ensure that all residents receive proper care.
You will want your loved one’s new home to have a 24/7 team who can respond quickly in an emergency or medical need. You should also ensure that there is a nurse on call at all times, as well as doctors who regularly visit for checkups with residents who require them (this varies from community to community).
How They Handle Emergencies
If something happens to your loved one, how will their team respond? Do they have protocols in place for dealing with accidents or illnesses? What training do their team members receive to help them deal with these situations? If residents become injured or sick while staying here, what kind of medical care do they offer on-site? How much does it cost if you need additional services off-site?
Conclusion
We hope this post has helped you understand what to look for in an Assisted Living community. If you still need to figure out your options, feel free to reach out to us and ask questions.
