By law, it must be available for review during visiting hours. Ask the administrative staff about any items that were cited. Check the bulletin boards throughout the facility. Emergency evacuation plan. Toll-free telephone numbers for resident complaints.
Resident activities schedule for the month.
Ask for a copy of the admission agreement and inquire about admission policies. These will vary among the various long term care options. For example, nursing homes may not refuse admission to an individual, under most circumstances, if the individual's health care needs are commensurate with services provided in a licensed long term care facility. Also, clarify any questions you have about the terms and costs of admission. If at all possible, revisit the long term care setting again at a different time of day.