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Do you pay for someone to stay in a home to care for elderly people that can't afford a nursing home?
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∙ 13y ago
An elderly or disabled person who needs nursing home level of care and can't afford it should apply for Medicaid. There are programs to provide in-home services (but not round-the-clock care) for such persons.
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Old people get abused in nursing homes?
Yes, it is sad but true. There are people that abuse the residents (both elderly and disabled) in nursing homes.
Do you like this nurse job and why?
yes i enjoy nursing they give me a oppurtinty to meet people and helpo with the elderly
Why do you think playing with cats and dog help people in nursing home?
It provides companionship to the elderly. Playing with cats and dogs in nursing homes is good for the elderly because... They become lonely and the animals give them comfort Whe the animals are happy it makes the elderly happy And everyone loves pets!
Where can elderly people go for care?
Elderly people can go to nursing homes, assisted living facilities, adult day care centers, or receive home health care services for care and support. The choice depends on their needs, preferences, and level of independence.
Where do old people in community live?
Older people in communities often live in retirement communities, assisted living facilities, or nursing homes. Some may choose to stay in their own homes with the help of in-home caregivers or family members. It varies depending on their health and support needs.
What is a skilled nursing facility?
A skilled nursing facility is similar to a nursing home. They may however offer more skilled care, and the people that work there sometimes are more skilled to deal with the sick and elderly.
Who are the elderly people and what are their age?
Being elderly is subjective. In many countries people of a certain age collect a pension though the age varies according to the country. Even in such cases not all would be considered elderly. Someone in their teens may consider a 40 year old elderly, whilst someone in their 40s may consider someone in their 60s elderly.
Do you need more nursing homes?
Yes, we do need more because there is more elderly people that need one and people need jobs.
Is neglect and abuse of elderly people in nursing facilites is a serious problem and why?
Yes. Read this book and find out more about this topic: Elder Care Catastrophe: Rituals of Abuse in Nursing Homes.
What is the meaning of an old citizens home?
An old Citizens Home can be for elderly people who can take care of themselves, but have nursing care handy, or they can be debilitated enough to be in a Nursing Home when they can no longer manager on their own.
Do elderly people who are in nursing homes enjoy Instruments and music?
Yes, music is an important part of a nursing or living assisted home, most even have a piano and have guest players come in to entertain the residents.
What is the place where elderly people stay called?
There are different names for places where elderly people stay, depending on the kind of care needed. Retirement home, nursing home, assisted living facility, skilled nursing, senior housing, special care facility, retirement community, and care homes are some of the names.
