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Nursing Homes
The decision to go to a nursing home is often very difficult for both the individual as well as their loved ones. Be sure to speak with a CARIE LINE counselor or another professional to be sure that all options have been explored and that it is indeed the best alternative. Be sure to contact an Ombudsman for information about a facility's licensing status, and know that the Ombudsman is available as the resident’s advocate should any unresolved problems occur.
Fact Sheets and Guides
If you need a format different than PDF, please contact CARIE or click on “Get Help.”
Links
- The Pennsylvania Department of Aging’s Long Term Care Ombudsman Page
- National Citizens’ Coalition for Nursing Home Reform (NCCNHR)
- The National Long Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center
- Ombudsman Best Practices: Using Systems Advocacy To Improve Life for Residents
- Quality of Life in Nursing Homes – CMS Final Report
The following are links to data bases to get ratings and survey information about nursing homes. This is not a substitute for visiting a potential facility. CARIE never endorses or recommends any particular provider.