Question 1

What government services provide money for senior housing?

Accepted Answer

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
 Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
 Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
 Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
 State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
 Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
 Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.

Question 2

How do you pick the homes you recommend?

Accepted Answer

Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Question 3

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

Question 4

How much does this service cost?

Accepted Answer

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.

Question 5

What services do you offer?

Accepted Answer

Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
Senior-focused concierge medicine
Senior-focused nutritionist
Senior-focused personal training
Memory care specialists
Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
Custom hearing aids
Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.

Question 6

Virtual Tours & Videos

Accepted Answer

Check out our photo album
Check out our virtual tours
Check out our home videos

Question 7

Resident interviews at our senior living facilities

Accepted Answer

Check out our resident interviews

Question 8

Cost guide to senior living, assisted living, nursing homes, and more.

Accepted Answer

Check out our cost guide.

Description	Severity
Facility failed to code the Minimum Data Set (MDS) accurately for 1 of 28 residents reviewed.	SS=D
Facility failed to provide pharmaceutical services by ensuring a resident did not receive medication not ordered by the physician.	SS=D
Facility failed to maintain kitchen equipment in a clean and sanitary manner.	SS=F
Facility failed to notify CMS and apply for a change in name to include Doing Business As in accordance with 42 CFR 424.516.	SS=C
Facility failed to maintain required minimum direct care staff-to-resident ratios as mandated by the state of New Jersey.	—
Facility failed to ensure fire-rated doors to hazardous areas were self-closing, labeled, and separated by smoke resisting partitions.	SS=F
Facility failed to provide fire alarm notification by audible and visible signals in the main dining enclosed courtyard.	SS=F
Facility failed to ensure smoke detection sensitivity testing of smoke detectors was completed as required.	SS=F
Facility failed to maintain fire sprinkler system and ensure sprinkler heads were free of lint and had escutcheon plates in place.	SS=F
Facility failed to ensure corridor walls were constructed to resist the passage of smoke; holes were observed above corridor doors.	SS=F
Facility failed to ensure corridor doors resisted passage of smoke; multiple doors were not latching, had gaps, or were stuck.	SS=F
Facility failed to ensure resident bathroom ventilation systems were functionally maintained.	SS=F
Facility failed to ensure annual inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire door assemblies were conducted and documented.	SS=F
Facility failed to provide electrical policy, conduct maintenance, and maintain records for patient care related electrical equipment.	SS=F

Description	Severity
Failure to develop and implement a comprehensive person-centered care plan for Resident #2, inconsistent with facility policy.	SS=D
Failure to ensure staffing ratios were met for CNAs on 14 of 14 day shifts reviewed.	—

Name	Title	Context
	Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)	Interviewed regarding care plan for Resident #2
	Certified Nursing Aide (CNA)	Interviewed regarding care plan implementation for Resident #2
	Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)	Interviewed regarding care plan requirements and deficiencies
	Director of Nursing (DON)	In-serviced staffing coordinator on staffing levels and involved in monitoring plan of correction

Description	Severity
Failed to provide full visual privacy and maintain confidentiality during medication administration and physical assessment for Resident #116.	SS=D
Failed to notify resident families, representatives, and Ombudsman in writing for facility-initiated hospital transfers for 6 residents.	SS=D
Failed to follow physician's orders and handle medication appropriately for Residents #81 and #115.	SS=D
Failed to provide necessary respiratory care and services consistent with professional standards for Resident #15.	SS=D
Failed to ensure that residents' primary physicians signed and dated monthly physician orders for 16 residents.	SS=F
Failed to properly label and date medications in medication carts and storage rooms.	SS=D
Failed to consistently provide coordination between facility staff and hospice agency staff to meet resident's nursing needs for Resident #366.	SS=D
Failed to implement infection control procedures properly during urinary drainage bag changes, medication administration, and wound care.	SS=E
Failed to maintain emergency lighting above fire pump transfer switch and emergency generator transfer switch.	SS=F
Failed to provide illuminated exit signs at two exit access doors in enclosed courtyard.	SS=E
Failed to provide fire alarm notification by audible and visible signals in enclosed courtyard.	SS=E
Failed to maintain sprinkler system by not performing monthly electric fire pump test and five-year internal obstruction inspection.	SS=F
Failed to ensure corridor doors resist passage of smoke due to hardware malfunctions and improper latching in 7 resident rooms.	SS=E
Failed to ensure resident bathroom ventilation systems were functioning in 34 of 47 units.	SS=E
Failed to conduct fire drills at varied/unexpected times on all shifts.	SS=F
Failed to provide remote manual stop station for generator to prevent inadvertent operation.	SS=F

Name	Title	Context
LPN #1	Licensed Practical Nurse	Named in medication administration and eye drop administration findings
LPN #2	Licensed Practical Nurse	Named in wound care and medication administration findings
Director of Nursing	Director of Nursing	Interviewed regarding multiple deficiencies including transfers, medication, hospice, and staffing
Maintenance Director	Maintenance Director	Interviewed and observed regarding life safety code deficiencies including emergency lighting, fire alarm, sprinkler system, corridor doors, ventilation, and generator

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