At some point in time, each of us may encounter the need to tour and select a facility for a loved one. The variety of choices are dictated by the needs of the individual, but usually include: A Retirement Community (more independent living with lodging and meals), an Assisted Living Facility (provides lodging and supportive services), a smaller Residential Care Facility (usually 10 or fewer residents in a home) , a Home for Individual Residential Care ( only two residents in a home) or a Skilled Nursing Facility (where more medical needs are met).
...I thought it might be helpful to provide a check list for use in evaluating each facility as you embark on your selection process:
As you arrive, do you like the location and outward appearance?
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As you enter the residence, is the décor attractive and homelike?
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Yes___ No___ |
Is the residence odor free?
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Yes___ No___ |
Did you receive a warm greeting from staff welcoming you?
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Yes___ No___ |
Does the staff call the resident’s by name and interact warmly?
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Yes___ No___ |
Do the residents socialize with each other and appear happy and comfortable?
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Yes___ No___ |
Are you able to talk with residents about how they like staff and the residence?
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Yes___ No___ |
Do the residents seem to be appropriate housemates for your loved one?
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Yes___ No___ |
Is staff appropriately dressed, personable and outgoing?
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Yes___ No___ |
Do the staff members treat each other cordially and with respect and professionally?
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Yes___ No___ |
Are staff members you pass during your visit friendly toward you?
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Yes___ No___ |
Is the person giving the tour knowledgeable about seniors?
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Yes___ No___ |
Did you see any meals or review any menus? Did they look appropriate?
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Yes___ No___ |
Did you see any activities or review an activity calendar?
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Yes___ No___ |
Did the tour guide give you any history of the facility and its mission?
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Yes___ No___ |
Is the residence well designed for your family members needs?
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Yes___ No___ |
Are the carpets clean of debris and soiled areas?
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Yes___ No___ |
Is the vinyl or tile in the bathrooms in good repair and clean?
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Yes___ No___ |
Does the furniture look well maintained?
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Does the paint appear to be well maintained on doors, walls, halls and rooms?
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Yes___ No___ |
Are the resident’s bathrooms clean and odor free?
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Yes___ No___ |
Do you see laundry build up and full trash receptacles?
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Yes___ No___ |
Are the resident rooms clean and beds neatly made?
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Yes___ No___ |
Are the plants or flowers in rooms watered and healthy?
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Yes___ No___ |
Is the temperature of the residence comfortable?
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Is the lighting adequate and appropriate?
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Yes___ No___ |
Does this appear to be a comfortable place for your family member?
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Yes___ No___ |
Were all amenities and services explained clearly?
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Yes___ No___ |
Were all fees and charges clearly explained?
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Yes___ No___ |
Were all your questions answered appropriately?
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Is your overall impression:
Outstanding ___ Very Good ___ Good ___ Fair___ Poor___
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