Many myths exist about nursing facility life.
In the past decade, nursing facilities, like all areas of health care, have changed dramatically in terms of staffing, policies, procedures, and general approach. Our goals as long term care professionals are to provide both quality care and a quality way of life for our residents. Understandably, many people fear the move from their own facilities to a nursing facility. People don't know what to expect and worry about relinquishing control over their lives. Long term care providers understand these concerns, and we want residents and their families to know the difference between the myths and the realities of life in a nursing facility.