WEST CENTRAL TRIBUNE — WILLMAR, MINNESOTA
GENERATIONS
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of skilled nursing facilities METRO CREATIVE CONNECTION Many aging adults reach a point in their lives when they can no longer care for themselves without some help. Some may just need a little help around the house, while others with more extensive needs may choose to relocate to skilled nursing facilities. Some aging adults may be able to choose living facilities on their own, and many may even dictate their choices as part of their estate planning. In other instances, such as when seniors suddenly become ill and are incapable of caring for themselves, the decision may need to be made by relatives. Families have a variety of options when looking for living facilities for aging men and women, and there are a host of benefits to skilled nursing facilities. Ź Professional care: Many facilities offer skilled nursing care.
Skilled nursing care is administered by licensed nurses and therapists. Skilled nursing facilities, or SNFs, are designed to tend to the needs of residents who require a level of medical care that goes beyond what assisted living facilities can provide. Ź Peace of mind: Medical attention at SNFs is available around the clock. That often provides residents’ relatives substantial peace of mind, as they know licensed professionals will be on hand to address their loved ones’ needs at all hours of the day and night. Ź Criteria: The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) will only certify facilities that meet strict criteria. When shopping for an SNF, individuals and families should inquire about certification. CMS-certified facilities are subject to periodic inspections to make sure residents are receiving the highest quality care. That’s another factor
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that should give families some peace of mind. Ź Proximity: According to Commonwealth Medicine, there are more than 15,000 SNFs in the United States. These facilities care for nearly 1.5 million people. With so many facilities across the country, families can surely find one for a family member in need that’s close to home. Routine visits from friends and family can help seniors make a smooth transition to an SNF and reassure relatives that they won’t have to travel far and wide each time they want to see their loved ones. Skilled nursing facilities can help aging adults navigate daily life when they can no longer take care of themselves.
Skilled nursing facilities and nursing homes are often mistaken as the same thing, but that’s not necessarily accurate. According to AARP Medicare Plans, the difference between a skilled nursing facility and a nursing home comes down to the type of care each provides. Care at skilled nursing facilities is provided by trained registered nurses in a medical setting under the supervision of a doctor. AARP Medicare Plans describes this level of care as on par with the level of care patients would receive in a hospital. Nursing home care is provided largely by licensed practical nurses and nurse aids under the supervision of a registered nurse. Nursing home care tends to focus on custodial care, which emphasizes helping residents perform daily tasks like dressing, bathing and eating. Some facilities may offer both skilled nursing care as well as nursing home care. They may separate patients who need such types of care by designating certain floors or sections of the facility for patients with different needs. — Metro Creative Connection
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Good Neighbor Club ENJOYING LIFE AFTER 50! Dreaming of Travel - It’s time ... and when you are ready, I’m here waiting for you! Let’s get back to creating lifelong memories!!! We have several day trips planned and some exciting extended trips on our schedule. SEPTEMBER 9 Touring Stillwater with lunch at the Lowell Inn SEPTEMBER 15 Mystic Lake Casino SEPTEMBER 21 Lunch and Learn with Attorney Kristal R. Dahlager reservations required OCTOBER 20 Music Man-Chanhassen Dinner Theatre OCTOBER 27 Mystic Lake Casino OCTOBER 28 The Play that goes wrong -The Old Log Theatre NOVEMBER 17 Mystic Lake Casino DECEMBER 10 Christmas Open House DECEMBER 28 Texas Tenors - Paramount Theatre - St. Cloud, MN
JANUARY 15 Come From Away- Orpheum Theatre EXTENDED TRIPS: OCTOBER 4-6 Duluth, MN OCTOBER 10-16 New England Autumn Splendor currently full NOVEMBER 28-December 1st Nashville, TN currently full
JANUARY 17-28 Palm Springs Getaway FEBRUARY 20-27 Treasure Island, Florida New trip!!! APRIL-Spring in Branson JUNE 4-10 Yellowstone and The Tetons AUGUST Great lakes River Cruise currently full OCTOBER 18-NOVEMBER 1 Greek IslandsCroatia and Italy
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