If France has more than 10,000 establishments for the elderly, this is little compared to a constantly increasing demand due to the aging of the population. Places are therefore expensive and the competition tough.
The degree of dependence
Placement in a specialized establishment is generally required when a grandfather begins to lose his autonomy due to age or certain pathologies. However, not all reception structures will necessarily be able to provide him with the necessary care. First of all, it is better to address your doctor so that he can make a full assessment and assess the degree of dependence of the parent.
Depending on his needs, he can then be directed to a service residence, for virtual autonomy, a non-medical retirement home (Ehpa) if he has no specific treatment or an establishment for dependent elderly people. (Ehpad) if he is dependent on assistance. The most serious cases are received in long-term care units in the hospital sector.
The services offered
Besides care, there are a lot of activities that can keep residents of retirement homes entertained and as active as possible. But again, not all structures have the same catalog of offers. Cultural outings to singing lessons, including animal visits, the presence of a hairdresser or even the provision of a gym, a wide choice is possible. However, beware of the announcement effects and consult the establishment's weekly schedule to ensure the regularity of the activities offered. Then see what can be relevant and beneficial for the person concerned.
Quality of life on site
After having taken as much information as possible upstream, a visit to the establishments is essential. It is the only way to realize the quality of life they can offer to their residents. If the general decorum is important, it is also necessary to dwell on the cleanliness of the place or the layout and accessibility of the living rooms. It is useful to observe the staff to know if they respond quickly to residents' calls.
The localisation
Seniors tend to favor reception structures close to their homes, in order to maintain the same environment. However, moving away from a few tens of kilometers sometimes makes it possible to obtain more services for a lower price.
It is also necessary to take into account the distance from the place of residence of relatives. Children or grandchildren must be able to visit their ancestor as quickly and conveniently as possible, otherwise the latter may become isolated. So beware of structures that are far from urban centers and not very accessible
The monthly cost
It is often the price that tips the scales when choosing a retirement home. If the cost of care is covered by Health Insurance, residents must in fact pay the bill for the dependency rate and the accommodation price. However, according to a 2018 survey by Drees, this remaining charge amounts to at least 1,850 euros monthly for half of the residents, knowing that the note can exceed several thousand euros.
Before committing, it is therefore wise to assess the possible funding. You must then contact the pension fund of the parent concerned to find out to what extent they can participate. It will also be able to direct towards public aid such as the personalized autonomy allowance (APA), social assistance for accommodation (ASH) or even the Family Allowance Fund (CAF).
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