Homeplace of Henderson opted to proceed with a Personal Care License to fill a gap of care that is commonly seen within our local community. We recognize that through offering clinical oversight individuals will have the opportunity to age in place longer before a higher level of care may be required. In choosing a senior living community for you or your loved one, it is essential to understand the level of care provided. Below are differences between a Personal Care Community and Assisted Living Facility in Kentucky.
| Differences Between Assisted Living and Personal Care in Kentucky |
- Director of Nursing – Oversees all Nursing and Clinical aspects of our services
- Certified Nursing Assistants
- Licensed by the Office of Inspector General (Medical Model of Care)
- Medication management and administration
- Has authorization to communicate with physicians and pharmacies
- Monthly Wellness Assessments provided
- Nursing care oversight of all resident care
- Diabetic Management
- Ability to provide for in-house labs and x-rays through other organizations
- Maintains resident charts and medication records
- Most long-term care insurance policies cover personal care
Assisted Living
- Does not offer nurses or nursing oversight
- Certified by the Kentucky Department for Aging and Independent Living (Social Model of Care)
- Can only offer assistance with medical reminders
- Employees cannot determine dosage, administer injections or other medication
- Employees cannot take orders for or changes in medications
- Can only do first aid and then call 911
- Does not provide Diabetic Management
- Cannot provide in-house labs and x-rays through other organizations
- Few long-term care insurance policies cover assisted living
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