What is Long-Term Nursing Care?

Long-term care is provided by nurses and nurse aides. Care is focused on activities of daily living, like dressing, bathing and eating.

 People sometimes move to nursing home when they unable to take care of themselves due to medical, cognitive, or functional issues. In addition to custodial care, nursing home residents may get help taking medications or managing chronic conditions.

 A nursing home provides long-term residential care. The goal is to provide a safe, comfortable and caring environment for people who are unable to live independently but have more medical needs than can be provided in assisted living