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Making
the Decision to Move to a Long-term Care Facility
Making the decision to move the person you have been caring for to a facility is one of the most difficult decisions you will have to make. However, it may also be one that is necessary, both for your well-being and that of the person you are caring for.
Being prepared can help make this decision less stressful. Often, when a vacancy becomes available in a long-term care facility, you will be required to make the decision about accepting it quickly. It is important, therefore, to familiarize yourself with the long-term care facilities in your area and ask questions about the services, policies and costs of the facility beforehand. This will help you to make the best decision.
A
number of resource people can help you in your search
for an appropriate long-term care facility. These may
include your local Alzheimer
Society, support
groups, friends or family, doctors, faith leaders, social
workers, social service agencies or local organizations
for seniors.
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