The task of comparing Assisted Living Communities is like comparing apples to oranges. Communities vary in size, floor plans, amenities, level of medical care, policies, and management style, ECT. Communities with the appropriate license and or … [Read more...]
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What options are available for those with Alzheimers’ and Dementia in New Hampshire?
In New Hampshire, care for those with dementia is available in Traditional Assisted Living Communities, in a Memory Care Specialized Unit within a Traditional Assisted Living Community or in a Memory Care Community that caters exclusively to those … [Read more...]
What are Assisted Living Dementia Care Programs?
Assisted Living Dementia Care Programs cater exclusively to those who have some form of memory and/or cognitive impairment. Residents receive the same care, services and amenities as those in a Traditional Assisted Living Program. Higher staffing … [Read more...]
Can Assisted Living accommodate those with Dementia and Alzheimers?
This answer varies dependent on the community. Many assisted living communities are able to accommodate a person with Dementia or Alzheimers’ until a certain stage of the disease. There are many aspects to consider when choosing between and Assisted … [Read more...]
Are dogs and cats allowed in New Hampshire Assisted Living Communities?
In the state of New Hampshire, some Assisted Living Communities allow seniors to have pets. The most common types of animals allowed are dogs, cats, birds and fish. Communities typically do not allow reptiles as they may carry a number of infectious … [Read more...]
What are ADLs and IADLs?
A person’s ability or inability to perform Activities of Daily Living and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living are important in gauging what type of support is required to keep them living a safe, healthy and functional lifestyle. New Hampshire … [Read more...]
Who covers the cost of Assisted Living for Veterans in New Hampshire?
The Aid and Attendance (A&A) Pension Program is a Federally Funded Program for wartime Veterans and their spouses. The A&A Program provides financial assistance for those who require regular assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) from a … [Read more...]
What type of care is available for Veterans who need Assisted Living?
In the state of New Hampshire, there are no Assisted living communities who cater exclusively to Veterans. Instead, Veterans and their spouses are cared for in the same Assisted Living Communities as non-veterans. All residents have access to the … [Read more...]
Who covers the cost of Assisted Living?
The cost of Assisted Living is the responsibility of the resident and/or patient’s family. Private Health Insurance and Medicare does not cover any portion of Assisted Living. In the state of New Hampshire, Medicaid (Choices for Independence … [Read more...]
What is the cost of an Assisted Living Community in New Hampshire?
The cost of assisted living services in New Hampshire has a large range. In addition to the type of licensure, the type of accommodations and amount of personal care and medical care required will affect the total cost. Assisted Living care … [Read more...]
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