Glossary of Terms
Eldercare Terms and Topics
As you navigate the foreign territory of parent care, you can encounter specialized topics and terms that are unfamiliar. The links in this page describe eldercare topics and terms introduced in this website.
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LONG TERM CARE
Residential care options include independent living, assisted living, Alzheimer’s and dementia care-focused assisted living, and care in a skilled nursing facility/nursing home. A continuing care community provides care at all three levels. The PDF Glossary describes each type of residential care. Before you sign a contract for residential care, it is advisable to read it carefully and ask questions about anything you do not understand. Especially if there is a large upfront/non-refundable cost, it can be prudent to review a contract with an elder law attorney before signing.
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