What Should You Ask When You Tour An Assisted Living Facility?

It’s important that you are prepared when you visit a senior living facility. Your senior living professional can show you around, but they might not be able to answer all your questions unless asked.

Prepare questions about staffing, living space, activities, nutrition, and any other topics that may arise during your visit.

A list of 32 questions covering a variety of topics has been compiled that might be helpful when visiting a senior living facility. These questions can be taken with you to help you find the answers you are looking for. This will help you make a confident decision.

Personal

1. Is there staff available 24/7?
2. Do background checks apply to staff?
3. Does the staff have training in elder neglect and abuse?
4. Is there a community policy for reporting suspected abuse?

Living Spaces

1. What floor plans are you offering?
2. Do you have a furnished or unfurnished residence?
3. Are residents able to decorate and personalize their spaces?
4. Do you have internet access? Wi-Fi?
5. What is your pet policy?
6. Does housekeeping count?

Activities

1. What activities are available for residents and how often?
2. Is there an online schedule of activities and events?
3. Is participation actively encouraged for residents?
4. Do you offer transportation to the grocery shop?
5. Do you have opportunities to get involved in the community?
6. Does the activity schedule include live entertainment? If yes, which kind of entertainment and how often do they occur?

Health Care

1. Are there nurses on-staff?
2. Are you able to have an in-house doctor?
3. Is there someone on staff who can coordinate home care visits, if necessary?
4. Is physical therapy and hospice available?
5. Are incontinence supplies included with the purchase?
6. Is there a written care plan for each resident?
7. Are you able to travel to doctor’s appointments?

Nutrition

1. What is the daily average number of meals?
2. Is there food available to residents?
3. Are meals available at different times or can they be served at the same time?
4. Are meals able to be customized for residents with special needs?
5. Is it allowed for residents to bring food back to their rooms?

Miscellaneous

1. Is overnight accommodation allowed for overnight guests?
2. Is it possible to have visitors at all times or during specific hours?
3. Are there any religious services offered onsite?
4. Are there additional fees? What are the additional fees?

Grande Cypress provides tranquil living at its best. Located on beautiful Jewel Lake, this gorgeous 35 bed Circle of Life Community features three sizes of private or semi-private suites. Eight rooms come furnished with kitchenettes and all rooms furnished with a mini-refrigerator/microwave combo. Come say hello to home. Call us today for more information or to schedule a tour.