You’re Guide to Finding the Right Residential Aged Care Facility

The right residential aged care facility can make a huge difference to you or your loved ones. It can be difficult to find the right one, but this guide will help you get started.

In the guide, we will explore what a residential aged care facility is and how it might be different from other kinds of facilities. We’ll also look at some of the services that they offer and what it might cost you. Finally, we’ll talk about how you go about finding a place that will suit your needs and budget.

*What is a Residential Aged Care Facility?*     Unlike other kinds of facilities such as retirement communities or nursing homes, residential aged care facilities focus solely on providing long-term care for people who need assistance with daily living activities such as

There are many things to consider when selecting an appropriate residential aged care facility for yourself or your loved one.

The first step is to do some research on the care facilities in your area. Visit their websites, read customer reviews, and talk to family and friends who may have experience with a particular aged care facility.

In addition, when visiting a potential aged care facility, speak with the staff and residents about their experiences at that particular place.

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Here are some questions to ask yourself before you decide on an aged care facility:

– What are your personal values? Would you prefer a religious-based facility or one that promotes self-expression?

– Do you want to be close to family or would you prefer to be isolated?

– Do you require the presence of medical staff on-site 24/7 or would you feel more comfortable with them being nearby but not on-site at all hours of the day?

– Are there any activities that are important to you, such as spiritual events, art groups, exercise classes, etc.?

You may also want to read through these guides for more information:

Choosing Residential Aged Care Facilities – Australian Government Department of Health and Medicare

Residential Gardens is accredited by the Aged Care Standards & Accreditation Agency