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The thought of putting one of your loved ones in a home can be a daunting feeling. But choosing which care center to select is another difficult matter as there are so many across the country, all of which offer different services. This article provides questions one must consider when deciding on which home to choose. Before embarking on the questions you should ask when looking for a care home, it is vital to check the care homes quality inspections reports from the Care Quality Commission website. Questions to Consider When Deciding on Care Homes With regard to the location of care homes and its premises, consider the following: Where is the home? Can I get there easily? What transport links are in the area? Is it accessible? Is the home near to restaurants and shops? If so, how far? Does it have wheelchair access? Is the home inviting? Is there a lift and stairs? Are the public areas suitable for my loved one? Is air conditioning provided in the rooms? Do the rooms feel hot and stuffy? Are the rooms’ double or single bed? Are they big rooms? Do the rooms have ensuite bathrooms? Are pets allowed? Are doors kept locked? Is around-the-clock help provided? Is there a car park? With regard to life at a care center, consider the following: Are there telephone facilities in these care homes? Does the premise have internet access? Is there a library where one can read a selection of books? Does the home arrange social outings, e.g. visits to parks etc? Will the home keep in contact with me by providing updates? Does the home offer exercise classes? Can visitors stay overnight? Are children allowed in the facility? Is the home right for your loved ones cultural and religious needs? What meals does the home provide? Does this meet your loved one’s appetite? Is there a choice of food with regard to what can be eaten? Are the residents local/from the same area as your loved one? How are special diets catered for? Can I bring food when visiting the premise? Can I give feedback? Is there a resident’s committee? Your Loved One’s Needs: Is the home capable of providing the service you need? Do the other residents have similar needs? Are toilets available in all parts of the home? Are you helped with the toilet? Are you helped with bathing? What happens when your needs change and/or increase? Does the premise have handrails and mobility aids between floors? Who decides on when a check-up is needed? How many staff per resident? How are they trained? Is there a manager on duty 24/7? Costs: Where can I access inspection reports? Where can I find a brochure? Where are the Terms and Conditions? What are the costs? What’s included in the costs? Are any fees payable after a resident’s death? How are valuable kept secure? How are the fees collected? Do any of the payments go to the NHS? Is insurance covered? To see more, visit Care Homes
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