Making the decision that it is time for someone to enter a nursing home is usually an emotionally difficult one for family members or guardians. Besides the emotional issues, there are also a number of complex practical and financial issues that need careful consideration.
This site also provides other resources which may be useful to elder care professionals and others interested in issues relating to the challenges posed by our aging population. We encourage you to submit thoughts, questions, and comments... and to refer others to this site.
Articles on the financial aspects of nursing home admission.
This site is designed to provide information on the three major aspects of dealing with nursing home care:
1. Finding the right home
How to find, evaluate and select the best nursing home setting for your family member
2. Assuring good care
How to interact with the nursing home to assure your family member receives good care
3. Paying without losing everything
How to pay for nursing home care without depleting the assets of a lifetime
This web site is designed for general information only. The information presented at this site should not be construed to be formal legal advice nor the formation of a lawyer/client relationship. Persons accessing this site are encouraged to seek independent counsel for advice regarding their individual legal issues.