Questions to ask when choosing a memory care facility
Questions to ask when choosing a memory care facility
The Kansas State Collegian; 3/10/25
... Your goal is to find a community where your family member can feel safe, truly cared for, and supported during this next chapter of their life. To help, we’ve put together a list of questions you should ask when touring memory care facilities. These questions will help you cut through the sales pitches and get to the heart of what each community offers. ...
What is Memory Care, and Why Do These Questions Matter?
1. What’s the Staff-to-Resident Ratio? ...
2. What are the Staff’s Qualifications and Training? ...
3. What Safety Measures are in Place? ...
4. What’s Their Approach to Activities and Social Engagement? ...
5. What’s on the Menu? ...
6. How Do They Handle Medical Care and Emergencies? ...
7. What’s the Visiting Policy? ...
8. How Do They Handle Transitions and End-of-Life Care? ...
9. What’s the Cost Structure, and What’s Included? ...
10. Can I Speak With Current Families or Residents? ...
Take a Deep Breath—You’ve Got This ...