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Assisted Living Communities Checklist
Please use the following checklist
to assist you in comparing assisted living communities.
Ideally, both caregiver and care recipient will be
involved in the selection process. It will make the
adjustment to a new environment easier, and help your
loved one continue to be part of the planning process. Evaluating the Assisted Living residence as you tour the
facility.
Do you like the location
and outward appearance of the facility?
On entering, is your first impression that of an
attractive, home-like atmosphere? Does the residence appear clean, free of odors, and
is there climate control for heat and cooling? How did Staff greet you? Do the residents appear to be happy and comfortable? Were you given an opportunity to talk with some
residents, and discuss how they liked the facility
and the staff, and how they are treated? How are the residents dressed? Are they presentable,
and do they socialize with each other? Does the staff appear friendly, outgoing? Do they
answer questions appropriately? What sort of activities are available for the
residents? Do they seem appropriate for the
residents? What are visiting hours? Is there any restriction on
when residents may receive visitors? Are there recreational and community rooms? And are
they free of clutter? What do the residents’ rooms look like? Is there
enough space to hold some favorite belongings? -
Is there sufficient closet and storage space for
each resident?
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Are there accommodations for privacy for the
residents?
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Are all areas easily accessible with wheelchairs or
walkers including doorways and hallways?
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