8. How can I choose a good nursing home for my loved one?

To choose a good nursing home for your loved one, you need to focus on his or her needs and wants, take a good look at what facilities are available in your area, and let others with the right knowledge and experience help you get through the insurance questions and paperwork involved. Talk to your hospital’s case worker or your loved one’s health insurance representative to find out what nursing home facilities are available in your area. Read the facilities’ inspection report for the facilities, including ratings of health, safety, and quality of life. Tour each facility – preferably with your loved one or other family members. During your tour, keep an eye out for features that will make a nursing home safe and comfortable for them.