Questions to Ask When Choosing A Continuing Care Retirement Community
· Do you like the way the facility looks. Will it meet your needs? Is it quite or active, is there a common area and is it inviting?
· Is the room you are going to stay in large enough, private or semi-private?
· Is the facility in a good location? Can family and friends easily get to you and are the services you need close by?
· Is there transportation to community events and services?
· Is there a waiting list? If so, how long is the wait?
· What is the cost? Does it meet your budget?
· How large of a deposit is required? Is it refundable?
· What is covered by the CCRC monthly fees?
· Do residents participate in a governance and policy making committee?
· What is the staff to client ratio? Does the staff feel it is adequate? Are they helpful, professional, friendly, social, culturally compatible.
· Are there Registered Nurses available? How often?
· Do residents have positive comments about the facility. How’s the food?
· Look at a calendar of events, do they suit your interests?
· When was the facility last inspected?
· Is there a report available? And is it favorable?