What is the difference between skilled nursing and assisted living? The short answer to this question is no. While skilled nursing care is available 24/7/365 and includes full-time care, assisted living allows residents to live independently while still having access to help when needed. (more…)

Skilled nursing care can be found in various circumstances, from those needing immediate medical assistance following an incident to senior living institutions and senior care homes. Older adults may face precarious living situations due to health challenges that require enhanced attention from caregivers; this may necessitate skilled nursing assistance as an integral component. (more…)

When you start your research on long-term care, you’ll hear the term “skilled nursing care.” A patient who needs medical treatment or personal care that only a licensed nurse can provide is considered to require skilled nursing care. (more…)