““Should we hire private, in-home assistance or move into a retirement community that offers a continuum of quality care?”

Abstract

Private, in-home care is rarely the best long-term solution. In-home caretakers can be a good solution for noncritical, short-term needs. For long-term needs of a more complex nature, you may want to consider moving into a retirement community that offers a continuum of professional care.

Seniors, their partners, and close family members are often in a quandary about what to do when a loved one no longer can completely manage his or her own personal care or daily medical needs. The right choice for you and your loved one depends on several factors.