Today I have been to look around a large (70 bed) purpose built CH which offers both residential and nursing care and specialises in dementia. I like the home very much it has many benefits chiefly the fact that as it has EMI and nursing care, so mum would never need to be moved on. It also has a full time events co-ordinator, hairdresser call twice weekly, own mini-bus, a bar and lovely lounges and dining rooms. The downside is that being so large it does not feel 'homely'.
The other home I had chosen for mum is not purpose built (large house) and only has 20 residents. They are classed residential, but have said they endeavour to keep each patient with help of a district nurse should nursing care be needed. This home has a waiting list with 3 names in front of mum, so I have no idea how long she would wait for a place. The larger home may have a bed available - maybe that's why I feel panicky .
What advice would you good people give bearing in mind the above facts.
Thank you
The other home I had chosen for mum is not purpose built (large house) and only has 20 residents. They are classed residential, but have said they endeavour to keep each patient with help of a district nurse should nursing care be needed. This home has a waiting list with 3 names in front of mum, so I have no idea how long she would wait for a place. The larger home may have a bed available - maybe that's why I feel panicky .
What advice would you good people give bearing in mind the above facts.
Thank you