Choosing an Assisted Living Facility

Presented by Nina Britton, RN, MA, CMCN

Follow Your Nose

• Does the facility feel fresh and clean ?

• How often are the personal spaces cleaned? (cost)

• How often is laundry care provided?

Activities

What about the Staff ?

Observe staff interacting with other residents

Do they listen and make eye contact

Is there enough staff for the number of residents?

Outside the FacilityIs it safe ?Is it clean ?Do residents enjoy going outside when the weather allows ?

How’s the Food

https://youtu.be/t0kNGVlhVXs

Safety

https://youtu.be/XF1xCD3g-So

Ask about Personal Care

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Move out Criteria

• Under what circumstance will a resident be asked to leave?

• How much notice will be given if a resident is asked to leave?

A Day at Assisted Living