Too often, the choice of a residential facility for dependent elderly people (Ehpad) is made urgently, after a fall or hospitalization. This is the worst-case scenario, experienced by many as heartbreaking. If entering a retirement home seems the best solution for your loved one, the ideal is to think about it upstream. Especially since, most of the time, there are waiting lists and admission will not be immediate. However, avoid rushing to the first residence where there is space and take the time to visit several establishments.
Are nursing homes still private institutions?
No, nursing homes can fall under three statuses: public, private non-profit or private commercial. Public institutions, attached to hospitals, are medically safe. But they are often criticized for operating too hierarchical and directions that are not very accessible. In private non-profit structures, staff and management are generally closer...
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