If you are searching for which one might be best for you or a loved one, you may question – What is the difference? Which is the best option? The biggest difference between these two options is the level of care provided and who provides that care. What are...
In part one of this article, we discussed the growing numbers of elderly population requiring long term care. We realize that there are challenges and difficulties that you as a case manager face in helping families decide how, when and where to transition an elderly...
It is estimated that 70% of people that are turning 65 will require long term care for an average of 3 years with one of those years being in a nursing facility.¹ Individuals age 85 and older represent the fastest growing segment of population currently and in the...
The Central Valley area in California has 131 nursing homes, and 64 received an overall rating of five stars by the Federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Here are some examples of the top rated nursing homes. The rating measures nurse staffing, medical...
The Napa-Sonoma area has 36 nursing homes, and 12 received an overall rating of five stars by the Federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Here are some examples of the top rated nursing homes. The rating measures nurse staffing, medical quality of care,...
The Bakersfield, California metropolitan area has 15 nursing homes, and 3 received an overall rating of five stars by the Federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Here are some examples of the top rated nursing homes. The rating measures nurse staffing,...