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Family members often serve as the caregivers for older people and persons with disabilities. When family members are unable to meet the needs of an older, injured or disabled person, Home Care Services are often the next option they consider. If this option is unavailable, then placement of the person in a nursing home may be appropriate. This is the context most people think of when the words "nursing home" are mentioned.
However, most people admitted to a nursing home are there to receive acute post-hospital care for an injury or illness. Nursing home care may also be needed to:
- Allow an individual to continue their recovery process;
- Provide hospice services for a terminally ill patient;
- Facilitate an individual's rehabilitation; or
- Maintain nursing care for a person with chronic medical needs.
For more information on Nursing Homes and other long-term care options, visit our Publications page and look under the subject headings "Nursing Homes" or "Long-Term Care". You can also contact us for more information or assistance.
VDA staff can also put you in touch with your local Long-Term Care Ombudsman. The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program helps people with specific concerns about long-term care service providers find solutions in a confidential manner.
