When the decision has been made to relocate your senior loved one to assisted living care in Tennessee, there are dozens of questions, considerations and options. The task can be overwhelming. Just take a moment and breathe. Then separate the must-haves from the wants and prioritize your senior care list requirements. Once you have established exactly what you are looking for, you can begin evaluating communities. Review this list of must-haves for assisted living in Tennessee when you evaluate the communities that you are visiting.

1. Clean rooms and common areas
2. Pleasant common space décor
3. Seniors able to decorate own spaces
4. Safety and security procedures readily visible
5. Fire extinguishers and other safety equipment clearly visible
6. State certifications and inspections available for review
7. Welcoming outdoor space(s) for residents
8. Reasonable resident-staff ratios for adequate care of residents
9. Staff that has passed state training/certification
10. Continuing staff education opportunities
11. Criminal background and reference checks performed
12. Dietician on staff or consult for dietary requirements
13. Meals available in dining room or private quarters
14. Physician on-site visits on a regular schedule
15. Transportation to doctor, x-ray and lab appointments
16. Prescription delivery and administration
17. Availability of over the counter and basic medical supplies
18. Regularly scheduled physical and brain exercise programs available
19. Exercise programs for all ability levels
20. Physical therapy offered on-site
21. Community activities calendar posted and shared with residents
22. Numerous daily on-site and off-site activities
23. Family and community involvement on a regular basis
24. Religious services offered on-site
25. Transportation offered for special religious occasions

These are just a few of the must-haves that a loved one must look for when evaluating senior assisted living care in Tennessee. Be sure to review the contract and be knowledgeable about what is included and what is extra. And when you’ve found a few favorite communities, go back at different times and unscheduled visits to get a feel for the “real” management. Even send friends or other family members to get their impressions.

Can we assist your family in evaluating or selecting an assisted living community? Contact Senior Solutions for a tour of any of our Tennessee and Georgia communities.

What is your must-have for your senior loved one?

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