EP106 - What is a Nursing Home? Five Things to Know

<span style="font-weight: 400;">You'll never be completely prepared to place your parents or a disabled loved one in a nursing home. But, it's best to be ready if and when that moment comes. It is estimated that 50% of the older adults in the U.S. will spend at least a night in a nursing home.</span> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">However, it's sad to note that many families only check out a nursing home when forced by a medical emergency. As a result, they are often unprepared and make fast selections regarding which facility would work for what may be a long time.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Yes, it is a harsh reality, but don't be concerned. Sure, it should make you feel a little more pressured about your plans and the possibility of needing to make this terrible decision for your parents or loved ones, but that's where</span> <strong>This Is Getting Old</strong> <span style= "font-weight: 400;">can help.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Watch the full episode or listen to the podcast of</span> <strong>Episode 106: What is a Nursing Home? Five Things to Know</strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">. Take note of the essential things you need to know about Nursing Homes and correct some misconceptions as you stay tuned.</span></p> <p><strong>Key points covered in this episode: </strong></p> <p><strong>✔️What Is A Nursing Home?</strong></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A nursing home is where you go when you need care but you don't need to be at a hospital, but you also can't be cared for at home. It's a middle ground between the hospital and home care. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Nursing homes play an essential role in our society, yet many people still negatively think about them. </span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Why is that so? The negative impression can be attributed to the history of poor care, abuse or neglect that follows this industry after 35 years of regulation by the Federal Government.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 4