Understanding nursing homes with their clear pros and cons will help you make a better choice for senior care. Does the nursing home provide high-quality, dedicated, and personalized care to meet the specific health and physical needs of seniors?
According to statistics, Ho Chi Minh City has 20 social assistance facilities for the elderly (including 7 public facilities and 13 non-public facilities). The Director of the Department of Labor, Invalids and Social Affairs of Ho Chi Minh City said that the conditions for the elderly to be cared for at public social assistance facilities (without charge) include: the elderly are from poor households; there is no one with the obligation and right to support them; there are no conditions to live in the community and the elderly are people with revolutionary contributions. – Source: Thanh Nien Newspaper
Advantages of nursing homes
- This is provide professional care for seniors
- With staff Medical care is available almost 24/7 to help in case of need.
- Nursing homes often provide opportunities for communication and social engagement for older adults.
- In addition to basic amenities, nursing homes also develop more utilities such as gym, library.
Disadvantages of nursing homes
- Price list, costs… are always the first keywords searched for related to nursing homes. The cost is quite high really puts financial pressure on seniors and their families.
- Although this place creates an environment for communication and connection for the elderly. However, it can still cause anxiety for the elderly. feeling abandonedThis leads to effects on the psychological and mental state of the elderly.
- Job personalized care in these facilities is difficult to do. With a large number of elderly people, staff cannot focus completely on one person.
- More worryingly, nursing homes do not always have adequate medical staff. Inequitable quality of care is inevitable. The above points lead to disparities in quality of care.
Types of nursing homes
| Type | Advantage | NDisadvantages |
| State nursing home – Thi Nghe Nursing Center – Artist Nursing Home – Thanh Loc Center for Care and Support of Paralyzed People | – Built with state funds. – The subjects of protection and care are people with meritorious services and those under policy. – The cost of living is not too high, suitable for most people. | – Not large scale. – Only meets basic living needs, not modern or convenient. – Rotating and seasonal nursing staff. |
| Private nursing home – Binh My Nursing Home – Vuon Lai Nursing Home | - Modern facilities, can be considered complete and convenient. – The quality of care is much more attentive than in state nursing homes. | – The cost is quite high, living expenses depend on the service package chosen. |
| Senior Nursing Home – Tu Tam S-Merciful Resort Japanese style nursing home – Asahi Oriental Nursing Home | – Modern facilities, highly qualified nursing staff. – Provide services like 5-star resort. – Bring the best quality of life to the elderly. | – Expensive cost, only suitable for customers with high income or higher. |
Is there an alternative??
If you want your senior to continue living in a familiar, comfortable and safe environment. Maybe “Home care service” is a popular alternative to nursing homes.
- With character ultimate personalization, based on the individual needs of each senior. This ensures that seniors receive the best care and attention.
- Be proactive about costs is an advantage that cannot be ignored of the “Home Care” service. You can choose service packages that suit your needs and financial capabilities. Compared to being placed in a nursing home, this service is often cheaper.
- As mentioned above, this service allows seniors living comfortably at home their, continue to stay in a familiar environment, helping them maintain psychological stability. At the same time, giving the elderly the initiative in their own decisions and freedom.
- Finally, another strength of this service is that it helps families maintain closeness and relationships with the elderly. Families can participate in the care process and provide emotional support to the elderly.
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