Nursing Homes
Nursing homes are also known as skilled nursing facilities. They offer a higher acuity of care for those needing more medical attention and rehabilitation services.
What is a Skilled Nursing Facility?
A nursing home is a specially designed facility providing residential care to people needing therapy, preventive care, and rehabilitation in a hospital-like environment. Here, healthcare professionals offer the elderly a wide range of services and assistance, such as medical care, emotional support, companionship, and more.
Nursing homes, sometimes called convalescent homes or skilled nursing facilities, have different levels of care for long-term and short-term residents.
Is a Nursing Home Right For Me?
Professional care in a comfortable home. Skilled Nursing Facilities offer both short- and long-term care. Short-term care is designed for seniors who may be recovering from surgery, hospitalization and/or illness and need rehabilitation or more time before returning home. Long-term care benefits those who may have chronic conditions that require specialized or 24/7 support experienced professionals.
What Services Are Included in Assisted Living Communities?
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Meal Services
- Transportation
- Activities
- Group Outings
- Wellness programs
- Medication Management
- Assistance with Activities of Daily Living
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Bathing
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Grooming
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Dressing
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Toileting
All communities offer different levels of support. It’s important to understand your loved one’s needs so that they can be matched with the best community for them. Click here to take our placement assessment to learn which community is the best fit for your loved one.
How Much Does Assisted Living Cost?
According to Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey, the average cost of assisted living is $3,748 per month in Louisiana. Please note this does not include the cost for levels of care.
Assisted Living is not covered by Medicare or Medicaid in Louisiana. Assisted Living is covered by long-term care insurance policies, which are purchased from an insurance broker.
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