Dr. Mia uses a composite patient Ms. Smith's story to demonstrate her journey through different levels of care, from home to hospital, to skilled nursing facility (SNF), and then back to home. She discusses assisted living vs nursing home vs memory care unit and insurance payment options for them.
Additional resources:
Eldercare Locator (acl.gov)
Nursing home facility ratings per Medicare: enter your zip code below
Find Healthcare Providers: Compare Care Near You | Medicare
Transitioning into assisted living, memory care, or other retirement community:
Find Assisted Living, Memory Care and Senior Living | A Place for Mom
Geriatric care managers:
What Is a Geriatric Care Manager? | National Institute on Aging (nih.gov)
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