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Costs & How To Pay For Assisted Living - What Do Medicare & Medicaid Cover? Michigan Assisted Living Association: "The leader in advocacy, education, and resources for providers." Elder Abuse: Report suspected abuse by calling 800-677-1116 Popular Help Pages: Facility Questionnaire - A Printable (.pdf) of Important Questions To Ask Facilities What Is A Long-Term Care Ombudsman? How To Open An Assisted Living Facility What Is Adult Foster Care? "Adult Foster Care is a licensed residential setting that provides 24-hour room and board, personal care, protection and supervision for adults, including the elderly who require supervision on an ongoing basis but do not require continuous nursing care. Some residences that are licensed as adult foster care homes may call themselves "assisted living." Information From Michigan.gov Assisted Living Tidbits Great questions and comments that we have received about Forest Edge - and assisted living that can serve as examples of the types (and thoroughness) of questions that you might consider asking potential facilities: What is the average cost per day? Wondering if you have availability for any new clients? My husband's mother - 84 yrs. old- possible Alzheimer's dx, although doing pretty well right now. Ambulatory, feeds herself, may need assistance with showers, etc. Do you have anything available at this time? It would be for my Mother who is 95 years old. Waiting to hear from you. Do you have an open bed? If so could you tell me a little about your place. I am looking for my mother. ***It is always advisble to find out well in advance which facilities you are considering that have waiting lists. Some facilities may have a wait list for weeks, months, even a year, depending on how populat they are! - ALD After much contemplation, my mom has reluctantly decided that because of her own health concerns, she cannot care for my dad at home by herself any longer. She is looking for just the environment described on your website. My parents live in Brighton and this would be very convenient for her. Please let me know if you still have a spot open the the procedure for determining if my dad would be a good fit for your home. | ||||||||||||||||||||
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