10 things to consider in nursing home care (Ventura County
10 things to consider in nursing home care (Ventura County Star)

1 What does the patient need? Getting a clear diagnosis and outlook from healthcare providers, social workers and discharge planners gives a better picture of what sort of nursing home is needed, or if such care is needed at all. There may be options including home- or community-based care or other institutions rather than a nursing facility.2 Start close to home. The closer a nursing facility ...