Assisted Living Frequently Asked Questions » Getting started
Is there some way I can gather information without having to repeat my story over and over to the Assisted Living communities?
What you're facing is that people working in the senior housing and care industries are trained to gather information from you first to determine if their service offerings and staffing are an appropriate match for your needs.
Unless you're working with a Referral Agent, you will have to spend a half hour to an hour with each Assisted Living community you contact. Assisted Living communities are charged with the responsibility of ensuring that they can meet your individualized needs before they market their services to you. The process of gathering information is a common practice in the Assisted Living business.
To avoid repeating yourself, work with a Referral Agent who can walk you through the set of questions just one time. The Referral Agent will also likely ask you questions about topics you may not have even considered. With this information, the referral professional can give you targeted guidance as to which communities or which options best meet your specific needs. You will only need to consider a couple of options, rather than spending time talking to dozens of communities who don't offer what you're seeking.
For assistance with arranging for in-home care or for help choosing a senior housing or care community call CHOICE at 800-361-0138.
Last update: 2007-03-23 15:24
Author: Support
Revision: 1.1
