Caregivers

• Nursing homes employ certified nursing assistants, registered or licensed practical nurses, dietary consultants, activity directors and medical directors.
  
  

Medical Services Provided

• In addition to providing basic nursing care, nursing home facilities may also provide services like speech therapy, occupational therapy, respiratory therapy, physical therapy, mental health care and dental and vision care.
  
  

Activities Provided

• Nursing homes may offer activity programs that involve playing group games, working on craft projects, watching classic movies or attending lectures.
  
  

Visiting

• Nursing homes normally enforce specific visiting hours in order to ensure residents receive enough rest. Nursing homes may sponsor special holiday events during non-visiting hours.
  
  

Considerations

• When touring a nursing home, visually inspect patient rooms and social areas for cleanliness and ask about the patient to staff ratio. Also consider asking a current resident about her experience living in the facility.