Questions to bring on a senior living tour.
Use these questions to compare any community you visit. Print the list and take notes as you go.
- What help is provided, and what is outside the community's scope?
- Who is present overnight?
- How are needs assessed, and how often are they reviewed?
- How are medications handled?
- What are the room and privacy options?
- How does the community respond to emergencies?
- How are meals planned, and are preferences accommodated?
- What are the visiting and family communication arrangements?
- How are concerns raised and resolved?
- What are all the fees, and how are changes communicated?
- What is the state license number, and, for memory care, is there an Alzheimer certificate?
- What is current availability, and how does moving in work?