choosing a michigan nursing home guide
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GUIDE OUTLINE
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PLANNING FOR YOUR FUTURE
Here are five basic guidelines to consider:
1. Look at Your Future Realistically
2. Prevent a Crisis
3. Talk to Your Family
4. Take a Hard Look at Your Finances
5. Learn What’s Available
What Kinds of Long Term Care are Available?
Regulated Facilities
- Home for the Aged
- Adult Foster Care
- Skilled Nursing/Nursing Home
Non-licensed Facilities
- Assisted Living
- Home Health Agencies
How Will I Pay for My Care?
Will I Qualify for a Nursing Home?
Is a Bed Available for Me?
What if I am Turned Away?
NURSING HOME SERVICES
Nursing Services
Medications
Physician Services
Therapy
Social Services
Resident Council/Family Council
Religious Services
Laundry
TOURING A NURSING HOME
How to Get Started
Visiting the Nursing Home
Younger Residents
A Second Visit
WHAT TO LOOK FOR CHECKLIST
Look at the Residents
The Residents' Rooms
Look at the Staff
The Residents' Safety
Food
Services and Programs
JUDGING THE QUALITY OF A NURSING HOME
Inspections by the State
Deficiency Lists
The Ombudsman Program
HOW TO PAY FOR A NURSING HOME
MEDICARE
Here’s how Medicare works:
NURSING HOME INSURANCE
Nursing Home Insurance Checklist
PRIVATE PAY
MEDICAID
How Do I Qualify for Medicaid?
YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE LAW
Fees
Managing Your Money
Your Belongings
Your Well Being
Resident Assessment and Comprehensive Care Program
Accommodations to Your Needs and Preferences
Quality of Care
Room Change
Restraints
Bed Hold
Moving Out
Can A Home Discharge or Move Me Against My Wishes?
HOW TO COMPLAIN WHEN QUALITY OF CARE IS LACKING
Patient Abuse
What Family and Friends Can Do To Ensure Quality Care
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