Looking at Skilled Nursing Options

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relying on your 5 senses

Asignificant tool for caregivers searching for a skilled nursing facility? Your five senses.

Often unrecognized, our senses are hard at work gathering powerful information from our environment. Tapping into this when touring a facility can help you make informed decisions about which is the best fit for your loved one.

Whether you’re planning ahead or need to make an unexpected decision, this tip sheet from Pillar Stone Healthcare Company will help heighten your awareness by breaking down exactly what questions you should be asking yourself when selecting a skilled nursing facility.

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? (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?

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For the full list of questions to ask yourself when selecting a skilled nursing facility, visit srgtexas.com/getcaregivertoolkit