https://community.aarp.org/t5/Leave-a-Caregiving-Tip/Check-out-local-senior-care-facilities-and-nursing-homes/m-p/2334516#M98 <P><SPAN>Even if your loved one is doing fine on their own, it's a good idea to do some investigating to weigh your options on local nursing homes and&nbsp;caregiving facilities around them and you. </SPAN></P> <P>&nbsp;</P> <P><SPAN>Should your loved one ever need one, you’ll be glad to know what the options are. Keep in mind that many assisted living facilities and nursing homes have waiting lists and it can take years to get a spot.&nbsp;</SPAN></P> <P>&nbsp;</P> <P><SPAN>This is even more important during the pandemic as not every facility will stay open or has the necessary&nbsp;resources in place.&nbsp;</SPAN></P> <P>&nbsp;</P> <P><SPAN>Be ready! Know your options!</SPAN></P> Mon, 26 Oct 2020 21:01:35 GMT AARPMichaelP 2020-10-26T21:01:35Z https://community.aarp.org/t5/Leave-a-Caregiving-Tip/Check-out-local-senior-care-facilities-and-nursing-homes/m-p/2334516#M98 <P><SPAN>Even if your loved one is doing fine on their own, it's a good idea to do some investigating to weigh your options on local nursing homes and&nbsp;caregiving facilities around them and you. </SPAN></P> <P>&nbsp;</P> <P><SPAN>Should your loved one ever need one, you’ll be glad to know what the options are. Keep in mind that many assisted living facilities and nursing homes have waiting lists and it can take years to get a spot.&nbsp;</SPAN></P> <P>&nbsp;</P> <P><SPAN>This is even more important during the pandemic as not every facility will stay open or has the necessary&nbsp;resources in place.&nbsp;</SPAN></P> <P>&nbsp;</P> <P><SPAN>Be ready! Know your options!</SPAN></P> Mon, 26 Oct 2020 21:01:35 GMT https://community.aarp.org/t5/Leave-a-Caregiving-Tip/Check-out-local-senior-care-facilities-and-nursing-homes/m-p/2334516#M98 AARPMichaelP 2020-10-26T21:01:35Z