Finding the Best Nursing Home
Finding the Right Place – Judging Nursing Homes
When it comes time to place a senior in a nursing home, there are many options. Since every senior has a different set of needs, this should be taken into consideration when comparing nursing homes. Another important factor in making the right decision is the turnover rate of the staff. The list below provides some important information on this topic.
1. Always ask to talk to the nurses’ aides. These are the people that will be spending the most time with the senior.
2. Most nursing homes will deny this request because there is such a high turnover rate of aides. There are very few nursing homes that staff aides for any length of time.
3. More than 70 percent of aides and nursing assistants will change jobs within the year.
4. When talking to aides and assistants, always ask how long they have been doing this kind of work and how long they have been at this nursing home.
5. When you are able to find a home that has a low turnover rate and a reliable staff, this may be a good choice.
6. The key is to look for a nursing home that has a constant staff. When a senior is in a nursing home, they should be able to rely on people and having the same aides for a long period of time is very beneficial.
Source: New Old Age Blogs
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