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  FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

 
Making a decision about which assisted living community would be best for you can be very daunting. We hope this 23-point checklist will be of assistance in making your selection.
 

  • What are the admission requirements?
  • What are the daily or monthly basic fees?
  • What services are included in the basic fees?
  • What surcharges are levied for additional services?
  • What is the size of the apartment?
  • Can apartments be furnished with personal belongings?
  • Does the community make you feel at home?
  • Are the residents happy and comfortable?
  • What is the resident-to-staff ratio?
  • Is the staff friendly and courteous?
  • Are caregivers awake and available 24 hours a day?
  • Do the residents have a balanced diet?
  • Can the residents substitute a meal if they don't like it?
  • Is there an official resident complaint program in place?
  • What activities are available and are they structured? Ask to see an activities calendar.
  • Is a licensed nurse on-site?
  • Who manages residents' medications?
  • Who arranges doctor appointments?
  • Is free transportation provided?
  • Can residents come and go as they wish?
  • Is free laundry service provided?
  • Are the grounds and building neat, clean and cheerful?
  • What was noted in the State Regulations deficiency report? (annual survey)