A retirement community usually provides independent-living housing plus services for older adults.
Can a resident in an independent living setting use a walker?
Jan 01, 2008
Generally, residents take care of all their own needs, including meal preparation, housekeeping and transportation.
What is a skilled nursing facility?
Jan 01, 2008
A skilled nursing facility provides medical, nursing, social and rehabilitative services for older persons who require 24-hour nursing care and supervision.
What is a participating provider?
Jan 01, 2008
The term “participating provider” has different meanings for different provider types.
Do CCRCs generally look the same?
Jan 01, 2008
No. It is important to recognize that CCRCs have rather distinguishing differences in their basic structure and environment.
What types of accommodations/services are available?
Jan 01, 2008
The buildings are generally very “home-like” in appearance while providing services and staffing to assist residents 24 hours a day.
What additional resources are needed to launch a subacute care program?
Jan 01, 2008
Special resources generally include physical plant features such as a distinct unit (highly recommended by the National Subacute Care Association [NSCA]) and more and better-trained staff, especially physicians...