title: Informed choice leads to a satisfactory outcome. Guidelines for choosing a nursing home and residential care.
abstract: Choosing a nursing home or residential care can be stressful for all concerned. This article outlines the types of homes available, and the financial implications and levels of service to be taken into account. The right choice can only be made if the elderly person and his or her family are aware of all the available options.
authors.forename: P L
authors.initials: PL
authors.lastname: Spiers
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D002755:Choice Behavior; D017408:Guidelines as Topic; D006707:Homes for the Aged; D006801:Humans; D009735:Nursing Homes; D017060:Patient Satisfaction