Nevada Senior Guide: Level of Care Directory – RENO
Definitions:
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Retirement Community: Complete independent living with amenities such as transportation, daily scheduled activities, housekeeping, and full meals.
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Assisted Living: Assistance is provided for daily activities such as dressing, bathing, grooming and medication management.
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Memory Care: Specialized facility for residents suffering from Alzheimer’s Disease or any other form of dementia in a secure environment.
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Category 1: Resident must be able to leave their bedroom area in 4 minutes or less with no assistance in case of fire or emergency.
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Category 2: Resident must be able to leave their bedroom area in 4 minutes or less with assistance in case of fire or emergency.
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Rehab: Skilled nursing services providing rehabilitation as prescribed by a doctor.
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Respite: 24 hour care for anyone in need of assistance, including memory care for a short period of time. Usually 7 – 30 days.
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Skilled Nursing Facility: Provides skilled nursing services under the supervision of licensed nurses.
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Intermediate Care: Offers a level of care between an Assisted Living facility and a Skilled Nursing facility under the supervision of licensed nurses.
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Long Term Acute Care: Offers a higher level of medical care and rehabilitation than is offered at a skilled nursing facility for long or short term stays.
