Living In A Nursing Home: Myths and Realities
Advice For Families
Myth: Nursing facility patients never leave.
Reality:
A primary goal of the nursing facility staff is to rehabilitate patients so that they can return home or to an assisted living setting. Those who cannot return home permanently may be able to make short visits, health permitting. In most states, Medicaid-certified nursing facilities will hold beds for patients while they make a short visit home. Check on how your state government regulates a home visit by asking the admissions person at the nursing facility that you are considering.
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