Positive Aging Sourcebook MD Spring/Summer 2021 by Sourcebook

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HOUSING

LIFE PLAN COMMUNITIES

Choosing a Life Plan Community Use this checklist to review options: LEVELS OF CARE What levels of care does the community offer? Independent living? Assisted living? Skilled nursing care? Short-term rehabilitation? Memory care? Do residents have access to in-home care should it be needed? PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT Is the community clean and well maintained? Is ample parking available for residents and visitors? Are exterior maintenance, snow removal and landscaping included in the monthly fees? Are there multiple floor plans available? Can residents decorate their cottages, condos or

apartments according to their personal tastes?

Is the community pet friendly? Does the community have safety features, such

as handrails and grab bars?

Do individual residences include safety

features, such as emergency alert and fire suppression systems?

RESIDENT AND STAFF INTERACTION Is the community well staffed overnight? How does the community handle residents who need additional care and support? Do staff members undergo screenings and background checks prior to employment? Are housekeeping and laundry provided? Are transportation services available? Do caregivers interact with residents positively? What is the staff-to-resident ratio for each level of care?

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