Families and seniors need to educate themselves to help them make appropriate informed decisions in regards to their health and care. An aging adult should not have to move out of their home because they require assistance. In making an educated decision for care for a loved one, families need to realize that there are no federal regulations or uniform standards of operations for assisted living facilities. Medicare does pay for assisted living facilities. Seniors pay out-of-pocket for assisted living. Monthly payments can run from 2,000 to 6,000 plus depending on the level of services provided and location. Since assisted living facilities and in-home care are both private pay, which would you choose? It pays to weigh all your options and choices when deciding on your own health and well-being. It pays to be knowledgeable when making any decision that will affect your life. It pays to look beyond the wallpaper. …show more content…
Seniors in a sense must accept a form of a restrictive living environment. Assisted living facilities have regulations. Mom or Dad's day to day choices become limited. Many seniors realize that they do not have much independence or control over their own life. Seniors want choices and a sense of