Considering Long Term Care

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We've compiled some helpful checklists, placing all the crucial elements and questions into one page. Please feel free to print out this page in your consideration of care journey.

Home Tour Checklist

Resident Care

Question Yes No
Do residents appear well kept (nails clean, hair combed, clean clothes, clean teeth, etc.)? Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png
Are the residents odour free? Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png
Do residents appear happy and freely speak to visitors and staff? Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png

Staff

Question Yes No
Do the living areas appear to be sufficiently staffed? Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png
Do staff appear cheerful, smile, and show a caring attitude towards residents? Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png
Do staff treat residents, visitors, and other staff with courtesy, respect, and dignity? Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png
Are staff dressed professionally and well groomed? Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png
Are Registered staff available to answer questions and address medical issues? Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png

Environment

Question Yes No
Is the Home odour free? Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png
Is the Home clean and tidy? Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png
Is the Home accessible for wheelchairs - wide corridors, bathrooms, etc.? Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png
Are there comfortable, cozy areas for residents and families to gather? Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png
Are there secure areas for confused residents to wander freely both inside and outside the Home? Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png
Is there meaningful activity evident for residents? Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png
Are residents allowed to decorate/furnish their personal spaces? Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png
Does the Home have the Resident's Bill of Rights, Inspection Reports, and Resident and Family Council information posted for public viewing? Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png
Are the residents' privacy respected - staff knock before entering, privacy curtains used? Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png

Programs

Question Yes No
Are age appropriate programs available? Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png
Are there specialized programs for residents with Dementia? Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png
Are there exercise programs available? Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png
Are there planned activities outside the Home? Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png

Nutrition Services

Question Yes No
Are residents allowed choices at meal times? Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png
Are meals served at appropriate temperatures and appear appetizing? Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png
Are family members able to join residents for a meal? Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png
Are staff available to assist residents at meal when necessary? Do they sit to assist residents rather than standing over them? Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png
Are resident's dietary needs met with therapeutic diets and under the direction of a Registered Dietician? Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png
Is the dining area quiet and conducive to meal enjoyment? Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png
Are menus clearly displayed for viewing? Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png Screen Shot 2017-04-21 at 10.48.23 AM.png