Some homes specialize in one type of care, while others may offer a continuum of care. A long-term care facility may be certified in one or more categories, from independent living to skilled nursing care. It’s best to schedule a personal visit and talk to the administrator to clarify levels of care for each facility.
Typically, an intermediate care facility, also know as “assisted living,” is for people who need health services and some nursing supervision in addition to help with eating, dressing, walking or other personal needs.
A skilled nursing facility is staffed to make round-the-clock nursing services available to residents who need them.
Check with the administrator to see what Medicare and/or Medicaid benefits are available for each types of care, if any.
Some persons may be able to obtain the care they need in a room-and-board home. However, these facilities are not licensed and are not required to provide supervision.
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