Try: Finding the appropriate nursing home is an important process for a Care recipient (cr) first the cr should consider other long-term care choices like community-based services home care or assisted living depending on needs and resources the following are tips for choosing a nursing home step 1 find nursing homes in your area search by name city county state or zip code step 2 compare the quality of the nursing homes you’re considering using the five-star quality ratings health inspection results nursing home staff data quality measures and fire safety inspection results step 3 visit the nursing homes you’re considering or have someone visit for you use the nursing home checklist and other resources under " additional information " below step 4 choose the nursing home that best meets your needs talk to your doctor or other healthcare practitioner your family friends or others about your nursing home choices contact the long-term ombudsman or state survey agency before you make a decision information references

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