With such a variety of options available for assisted living, how can I know which one is right for me or my loved one?

The following checklist may help you to judge which assisted living facility best meets your needs. First, use the list to find out the areas that you or your loved one need help with. Then, when contacting a facility, use the checklist to find out if the facility provides the services you need and what the additional costs would be for each service.

Checklist for Assisted Living Facilities
Activities of Daily Living (ADL's) Reminding or Supervision Needed Assistance Needed Facility Provides Cost
1. Eating        
2. Dressing        
3. Hair Care        
4. Nail Care        
5. Oral Care        
6. Shaving        
7. Bathing        
8. Toileting        
9. Walking        
10. Transportation        
11. Arranging medical appointments        
12. Taking Medication        
13. Housekeeping        
14. Special Individual Needs        

Notes: