Frequently Asked Questions
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Common Inquiries
Everything You Need to Know
An Adult Family Home is a licensed residential home that provides personal care, supervision, and support services in a small, family-style setting. It offers a more personal environment than larger facilities.
AFHs are a good fit for seniors and adults who need help with daily living, medication management, mobility, or ongoing care in a smaller, more personalized setting.
Services may include:
- Assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
- Medication management
- Meal preparation and nutrition support
- Mobility and transfer assistance
- Housekeeping and laundry
- 24/7 supervision and care
- Social engagement and companionship
Yes. Residents receive care and supervision day and night, based on their care needs.
Yes. We provide RN oversight to support care planning, medication management, and changes in condition.
We evaluate each resident individually. We can support many residents with memory care needs, depending on safety, behavior, and level of care required.
We try to accommodate a wide range of care needs, but there are some cases we may not be equipped to handle safely. This may include:
- Severe unmanaged behavioral challenges
- Active substance use
- Exit-seeking/wandering that cannot be safely managed
- Care needs requiring a higher level of specialized setting
Yes. We offer private, comfortable rooms to support dignity, rest, and a home-like experience.
This depends on the resident’s level of care. In many cases, pricing may include housing, meals, personal care, medication assistance, laundry, and housekeeping. We will explain clearly what is included before move-in.
We believe in clear, honest communication. We review pricing and services upfront so families understand costs and expectations.
This depends on our home’s contracts and availability. Please contact us to discuss payment options, private pay, and any state program eligibility.
Yes. We assist with medication administration/management according to provider orders and licensing requirements.
We assess each resident’s needs, review medical and functional information, and create an individualized care plan. We update the plan when needs change.
Yes. Family involvement is important. We encourage visits and communication so loved ones stay connected and informed.
We provide updates on your loved one’s well-being, changes in condition, and care needs. We want families to feel informed and reassured.
We provide home-cooked meals and snacks, with attention to dietary needs, preferences, and provider recommendations.
We usually recommend:
- Clothing and personal items
- Toiletries
- Comfort items (blanket, photos, favorite chair if space allows)
- Medication list and medical documents (as requested)
We will give you a move-in checklist.
The best way is to schedule a tour. We will talk through your loved one’s needs, answer your questions, and help you decide if our home is a good match.
Yes. We welcome tours by appointment and encourage families to visit, ask questions, and see the home environment.
Contact us by phone or message to discuss your loved one’s needs, current situation, and timeline. We will guide you through the next steps.