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Long Term Care Part 3

Long Term Care Part 3

Paying for Long-Term Care Many older adults and caregivers worry about the cost of long-term medical care in a skilled nursing facility. In a word, the costs are quite substantial. These expenses can use up a significant part of monthly income, even for families who thought they had saved enough. How people pay for long-term care depends on their financial situation and the kinds of services they require. In this segment, we’ll look at a couple of payment sources or option

Long Term Care Part 2

Long Term Care Part 2

Skilled Nursing Facilities Skilled Nursing Facilities (like Mitchell Hollingsworth Nursing and Rehabilitation Center), also called nursing homes, provide a wide range of health and personal care services. Their services focus on medical care and typically include skilled nursing care, 24-hour supervision, meals and snacks, and assistance with everyday activities. Rehabilitation services such as physical, occupational, and speech therapy, are also available. Some people stay

Long Term Care Part 1

Long Term Care Part 1

Thinking about long-term care is something that we all have a tendency to avoid. The thought of losing any degree of our independence is not a reality we are quick to entertain. First of all, it is difficult to plan for the things in life that are appealing to us, like retirement or travelling with family and friends. But to strategize for situations and circumstances that we have an aversion to is even harder. The main thing to keep in mind is the fact that we are all agi

Activities in the Long-Term Care Setting

Activities in the Long-Term Care Setting

Therapeutic activities are essential for seniors in nursing homes and assisted living facilities to help them maintain a sense of self worth and dignity. Therapists often work with others within the facility to develop a comprehensive plan of care that suits the needs of each resident. According to the 2010-11 edition of the Bureau of Labor Statistics' “Occupational Outlook Handbook,” certain activities can help recover basic motor skills, cognitive abilities, and confidence

What is Considered Short Term Rehabilitation?

What is Considered Short Term Rehabilitation?

Nursing and rehabilitation centers offer different levels of care, depending on the needs of a patient. After an acute illness or injury, patients often need short term care that includes the services of skilled nurses trained in physical recovery and rehabilitation. A stay at a short term rehabilitation center varies from only a few days to many weeks, depending on the patient's needs and functional capacity. What Is Considered Short Term Rehabilitation? Short term rehabilit

What Is Considered Long Term Care?

What Is Considered Long Term Care?

Long term care, as compared to short term care, refers to services that help meet the patient's health and personal needs over an extended period. These needs, such as bathing, getting dressed, taking care of hygiene, eating, taking medication, and moving around, are called the activities of daily living. Ideally, long term care helps people remain safe and independent for as long as possible, even if they can't handle everything on their own. What Are the Characteristics of

Your Guide to Retirement Downsizing in 10 Steps

Your Guide to Retirement Downsizing in 10 Steps

Downsizing might sound like a fancy term for moving somewhere new. But there’s more to it than packing up and moving out, including decluttering and deciding what’s worth keeping (and hauling to your new home). Here’s your guide to downsizing in ten steps. Think Ahead If you’re downsizing, that likely means you have a new home or community in mind for your retirement. Whether it’s senior living or a cozier home or apartment, you have options. ● Explore retirement destinations

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