HOUSING: Skilled Nursing/Rehab
Rely on Your Five Senses WHEN LOOKING AT SKILLED NURSING OPTIONS SIGHT • Is the curb appeal and grounds well-kept and is the facility clean? • Do the residents look well-groomed? Do the residents look happy? • Were residents engaged in activities during your visit? SMELL • Are you greeted with unpleasant odors as you enter the facility? • Does the facility smell clean and fresh? • Do you smell food being prepared, cookies, popcorn and other pleasant smells? HEARING • Are you hearing joyful sounds in the facility, i.e. singing, music, positive staff interactions? • Are call lights being answered timely? • Is the facility calm and peaceful sounding or is it unsettling and flooded with noise? TASTE • Were you offered a refreshment or beverage while visiting or touring the facility? • Were you offered a sample menu? If during meal service, ask to sample the food. • Can special diets be accommodated? Are the residents given choice menus to choose what they like? TOUCH • Did the facility feel warm and inviting? • Was staff courteous and welcoming? • What is your gut feeling? Is it telling you to run for the hills or are you intrigued to find out more? Sponsored by: See ad on Inside Front Cover
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