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THE HEALTHCARE MAZE: SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA: Health care for senior citizens -
Information, guidance and answers to questions about home health services,
skilled nursing facilities (SNF) for the elderly, assisted living,
hospitalization and hospital stays. List of community caregivers: Kaiser Permanente,
Sutter Medical Center, Eskaton and UC Davis. Health care information for
seniors about independent living, assisted care, board and care, long term
care, and transportation assistance. Medical and safety equipment for
seniors: grab bars, shower benches, gait belts, transfer poles,
safety belt, grab bar installation. Occupational therapy, physical therapy
and speech therapy for seniors. Medicare nurse and healthecare providers.
Nursing, social workers, and adult daycare facilities regarding elderly
family and loved ones. Social worker, companions, hospitalization of
seniors, outpatient care, hospital discharge and HMO information.
Installation of handicap ramps and ramp devices, lifeline. |
A Board and Care facility usually consists of about 6 residents in a
residential home setting, with personalized care and social interaction. This type of facility monitors medication, and helps with
daily living needs including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and incontinence
care. Caregivers are available 24 hours a day to provide help and support.
Board and Care facilities also offer planned activities, transportation
for your loved one and an individualized care plan. 
