Good questions when:

Choosing an Assisted Living Facility

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• What services are included in the regular fees?
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• Be sure to address the following:\012Meals, utilities, cable television, unit maintenance, laundry, housekeeping, activities, and transportation.\012

• What medical services are provided?
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• Can you choose your own doctor?\012Is assistance with medication included?\012Is private duty nursing available?\012Are dental care and eye care included?\012What is the emergency call system?

• What is the provider's background and experience?
• Is the facility licensed and certified by the state?
• Is the facility accredited?
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• Two such accrediting bodies are: \012JCAHO - Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations and CARF - Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities.

• Is there an entrance fee?
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• Is it refundable? The fee should be refundable on a pro rated basis upon termination of the agreement.

• What is the monthly fee?
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• What additional charges should I expect?

• What is not covered in the monthly fee?
• What happens if the level of care required changes?

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