{"id":647,"date":"2023-11-29T12:46:34","date_gmt":"2023-11-29T17:46:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/?p=647"},"modified":"2023-11-29T13:48:02","modified_gmt":"2023-11-29T18:48:02","slug":"blog-what-is-a-va-nursing-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/blog-what-is-a-va-nursing-home\/","title":{"rendered":"A Home for Heroes: What Should You Look For In A VA-Approved Nursing Home?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"647\" class=\"elementor elementor-647\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-727cf7e elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"727cf7e\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-dad444b\" data-id=\"dad444b\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-4ae6730 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"4ae6730\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-8c81445\" data-id=\"8c81445\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-31e8225 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"31e8225\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.19.0 - 07-02-2024 *\/\n.elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=\".svg\"]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1536\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/highland-oaks-1-1536x512.png\" class=\"attachment-1536x1536 size-1536x1536 wp-image-715\" alt=\"highland oaks\" srcset=\"https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/highland-oaks-1-1536x512.png 1536w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/highland-oaks-1-300x100.png 300w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/highland-oaks-1-1024x341.png 1024w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/highland-oaks-1-768x256.png 768w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/highland-oaks-1-2048x683.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-c6b8e96 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"c6b8e96\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-aaa260a\" data-id=\"aaa260a\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d75efd7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"d75efd7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.19.0 - 07-02-2024 *\/\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}<\/style><h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Introduction to Veterans' Nursing Homes\n<\/h4>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3eceee5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3eceee5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.19.0 - 07-02-2024 *\/\n.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-stacked .elementor-drop-cap{background-color:#69727d;color:#fff}.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-framed .elementor-drop-cap{color:#69727d;border:3px solid;background-color:transparent}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap{margin-top:8px}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap-letter{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap{float:left;text-align:center;line-height:1;font-size:50px}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap-letter{display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to caring for our nation&#8217;s heroes, finding the right nursing home for veterans is of paramount importance. As you embark on this journey, understanding what makes a nursing home veteran-friendly and the unique needs of veterans will help guide your decision-making process.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-72ecd31 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"72ecd31\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What Makes a Nursing Home Veteran-Friendly<\/h4>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-49da8a0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"49da8a0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A veteran-friendly nursing home goes beyond providing basic care needs. It encompasses an understanding of the unique experiences, challenges, and sacrifices that veterans have made. A truly veteran-friendly nursing home is one that values and respects the service of veterans, tailoring their care and support to meet veteran-specific needs.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-244c995 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"244c995\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/1-4-300x300.png\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-image-857\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/1-4-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/1-4-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/1-4-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/1-4-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/1-4.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f821bfd elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f821bfd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Key features of a veteran-friendly nursing home include:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Staff Training: Staff should be trained to understand and cater to the unique needs of veterans, including physical and psychological health needs related to their service.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Veteran-centric Programs: The nursing home should offer programs and activities designed specifically for veterans. These could include support groups, therapy sessions, and commemorative events.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Collaboration with VA: A strong relationship with the Veterans Affairs (VA) ensures that the nursing home is up-to-date with the latest VA policies and can provide assistance with benefits and claims.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For more information on choosing a VA nursing home, check out our guide on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/blog\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to choose a VA nursing home<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6edfff1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"6edfff1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Understanding the Unique Needs of Veterans\n<\/h4>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-daf9575 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"daf9575\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Veterans often have unique needs that are different from the general elderly population. These needs stem from their military service and the experiences they&#8217;ve had. Understanding these needs is essential in providing the best care for our veterans.<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physical Health: Many veterans suffer from service-related injuries that require specialized care. This could include physical therapy, occupational therapy, or special mobility assistance.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mental Health: Veterans may also struggle with mental health issues such as PTSD, depression, or anxiety. A good nursing home should have mental health support services in place.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Social Needs: Veterans often form a tight-knit community and find comfort in shared experiences. A nursing home should facilitate these social connections through veteran-centric activities and support groups.<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c5910f1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"c5910f1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2-4-300x300.png\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-image-858\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2-4-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2-4-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2-4-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2-4-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2-4.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a48f82b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a48f82b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember, finding the right nursing home for your loved one is a crucial step in ensuring their comfort and well-being. If you&#8217;re looking for a VA-approved nursing home in Ohio, consider checking out the Highland Oaks Healthcare Center.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2ed92a6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"2ed92a6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">The Importance of Quality Nursing Homes for Veterans\n<\/h4>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-116bc53 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"116bc53\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After serving their country, veterans deserve to receive high-quality care that caters to their physical, mental, and social well-being. This section delves into the core aspects of a quality nursing home for veterans.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-95cd275 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"95cd275\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Mental Health Support\n<\/h4>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e187fec elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e187fec\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many veterans grapple with mental health challenges, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, and anxiety. These conditions require specialized care and understanding. Quality nursing homes for veterans should offer comprehensive mental health support, including access to trained mental health professionals, therapy sessions, and, if necessary, medication management.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b8b9109 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b8b9109\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Notably, mental health care isn&#8217;t a one-size-fits-all approach. The strategies and treatments used should be tailored to the specific needs of each veteran. A facility that prioritizes mental health is a significant component of the ideal nursing home for a veteran.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-46623bb elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"46623bb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Physical Health and Rehabilitation\n<\/h4>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cf33c86 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"cf33c86\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Veterans may also have physical health challenges, often linked to their time in service. Some may require rehabilitation services for injuries, while others might need help managing chronic conditions like heart disease or diabetes.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A top-tier nursing home for veterans should provide comprehensive physical health and rehabilitation services. This includes access to physiotherapy, occupational therapy, pain management, wound care, and more. The availability of personalized exercise programs and dietary plans suited to each veteran&#8217;s needs is also essential.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d2acb3b elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"d2acb3b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/3-4-300x300.png\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-image-859\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/3-4-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/3-4-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/3-4-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/3-4-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/3-4.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6557dbd elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"6557dbd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Social Support and Community<\/h4>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8ad7cff elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8ad7cff\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The transition to a nursing home can be challenging. Therefore, it&#8217;s crucial for veterans to feel part of a supportive and understanding community. Quality nursing homes for veterans should foster a sense of camaraderie among its residents. This could be through group activities, communal dining areas, or special events that encourage interaction.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In conclusion, when you&#8217;re searching for the right nursing home for your loved one, it&#8217;s crucial to consider these three pillars\u2014mental health support, physical health and rehabilitation, and social support and community. By focusing on these areas, you can ensure your veteran feels comfortable, cared for, and respected in their new home. For more insights into choosing the right nursing home, check out our guide on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/blog\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to choose a VA nursing home<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c2e3f1e elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"c2e3f1e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Features to Look for in a Nursing Home for Veterans<\/h4>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1c4f8b9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1c4f8b9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you&#8217;re on the hunt for nursing homes for veterans, it&#8217;s crucial to know the key features to look for. These features ensure that the nursing home can adequately meet the unique needs of veterans. Let&#8217;s explore these features including accreditation and certifications, staff training and expertise, and veterans&#8217; support programs<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-44c85a0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"44c85a0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/4-3-300x300.png\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-image-869\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/4-3-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/4-3-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/4-3-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/4-3-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/4-3.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8ebd1cb elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"8ebd1cb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Accreditation and Certifications<\/h4>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-04cb8f2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"04cb8f2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First and foremost, you want to make sure that the nursing home you&#8217;re considering is fully accredited and certified. A nursing home that&#8217;s been accredited has undergone a rigorous review process to ensure it meets certain standards of care and service.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look for nursing homes that are approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The VA has specific guidelines and standards that nursing homes must meet to receive approval.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here&#8217;s a checklist of accreditation and certifications to look out for:<\/span><\/p><table><tbody><tr><td><p><b>Accreditation\/Certification<\/b><\/p><\/td><td><p><b>Description<\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">VA Approval<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The nursing home has met VA&#8217;s standards for care and services.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Joint Commission Accreditation<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The nursing home meets the quality and safety standards set by The Joint Commission.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">State Licensure<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The nursing home is licensed to operate in its state.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-27bc9f3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"27bc9f3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For more details on VA-approved nursing homes, check out our article on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/blog\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to choose a VA nursing home<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-907ac5f elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"907ac5f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Staff Training and Expertise\n<\/h4>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-392b0d4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"392b0d4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The quality and training of the nursing home staff is another critical factor. The staff should have specialized training in caring for veterans, including understanding the unique physical and mental health challenges that many veterans face.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The nursing home should also have ongoing training programs to ensure their staff stays up-to-date with the latest practices in veterans&#8217; care.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2d76304 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2d76304\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember to ask about:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The staff-to-resident ratio<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The training and qualifications of the staff<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How they handle emergency situations<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The availability of medical professionals such as nurses and doctors<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-55e5028 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"55e5028\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Veterans' Support Programs<\/h4>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9768a5d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9768a5d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lastly, look for nursing homes that offer specific support programs for veterans. These programs should address the unique needs of veterans, such as dealing with PTSD, adjusting to civilian life, and navigating the VA benefits system.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A good veterans&#8217; support program should include:<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-022ec38 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"022ec38\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mental health services<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Physical rehabilitation<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Social activities and community engagement<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assistance with VA benefits<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To get a better idea of how these features can come together in a VA-approved nursing home, take a look at our article on the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/blog\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best VA nursing home<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0ea3653 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"0ea3653\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Decoding the VA Nursing Home Rating System<\/h4>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d82c26d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d82c26d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to finding the best nursing homes for veterans, it&#8217;s important to understand the VA Nursing Home Rating System. This system can help you identify high-quality, veteran-friendly nursing homes and make an informed decision for your loved one.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-49b06e1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"49b06e1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/5-3-300x300.png\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-image-870\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/5-3-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/5-3-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/5-3-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/5-3-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/5-3.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-022b680 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"022b680\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Understanding the Star Rating<\/h4>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-93da6e9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"93da6e9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The VA Nursing Home Rating System uses a star-based scale, with 1 star representing the lowest level of quality and 5 stars representing the highest. The rating is based on a range of criteria, including health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here&#8217;s a quick breakdown of what each star rating means:<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-214bf62 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"214bf62\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<table><tbody><tr><td><p><b>Star Rating<\/b><\/p><\/td><td><p><b>Meaning<\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 Star<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Much below average<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 Stars<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below average<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 Stars<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Average<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 Stars<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Above average<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5 Stars<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Much above average<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9f612d4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9f612d4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember, a higher star rating generally indicates a better quality of care. However, it&#8217;s also important to consider your loved one&#8217;s individual needs and preferences when choosing a nursing home.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ecd5e2d elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"ecd5e2d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Important Factors in the Rating<\/h4>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-89dcad1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"89dcad1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The VA Nursing Home Rating System takes into account several key factors. These include:<\/span><\/p><ol><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Health Inspections: This refers to the results of the most recent health inspection conducted by the state.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Staffing: This takes into account the number of care providers in the nursing home, including nurses and physical therapists.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quality Measures: This includes various measures of resident care, such as how often residents get help with daily activities, and how often they have certain types of health problems.<\/span><\/li><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-feb6438 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"feb6438\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here&#8217;s a table to help you understand the weight of these factors in the rating:<\/span><\/p><table><tbody><tr><td><p><b>Factor<\/b><\/p><\/td><td><p><b>Weight in Rating<\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Health Inspections<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">35%<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Staffing<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">35%<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quality Measures<\/span><\/p><\/td><td><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">30%<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-42cee1f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"42cee1f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By understanding these factors, you can gain a clearer picture of what the star ratings mean and how they are determined. This can assist you in finding a VA-approved nursing home that meets the specific needs of your loved one.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e25bacc elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"e25bacc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/6-3-300x300.png\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-image-871\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/6-3-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/6-3-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/6-3-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/6-3-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/6-3.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0261de0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0261de0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember, the VA Nursing Home Rating System is just one tool to help you in your search. It&#8217;s also important to visit potential homes, talk to staff and residents, and consider your loved one&#8217;s individual needs and preferences.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For more tips on choosing a VA nursing home, check out our article on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/blog\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to choose a va nursing home<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. To find a VA-approved nursing home in Ohio, you can check our article on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/blog\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">veterans affairs approved nursing home Ohio<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5d4504c elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"5d4504c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">How to Find and Evaluate a VA-approved Nursing Home<\/h4>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ab24ea5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ab24ea5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to finding the right nursing homes for veterans, there are resources and tools that can offer assistance. The VA&#8217;s Nursing Home Locator is a great starting point, and touring potential homes is a key step in the decision-making process.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6282722 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"6282722\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Using the VA's Nursing Home Locator<\/h4>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dbe4522 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"dbe4522\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs offers a Nursing Home Locator tool on its website. This tool allows you to search for VA-approved nursing homes in your preferred location. It&#8217;s a great way to get a list of potential homes to research further.<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-90fffcf elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"90fffcf\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2-4-300x300.png\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-image-858\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2-4-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2-4-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2-4-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2-4-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/2-4.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1692775 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1692775\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember, just because a nursing home is VA-approved doesn&#8217;t automatically mean it&#8217;s the right fit for you or your loved one. It&#8217;s crucial to evaluate each facility individually based on your specific needs and preferences. For a detailed guide on how to choose a VA nursing home, you can check our article on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/blog\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to choose a VA nursing home<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-420f591 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"420f591\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Key Questions to Ask When Touring a Facility<\/h4>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a91279f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a91279f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After using the VA&#8217;s Nursing Home Locator and narrowing down your options, it&#8217;s time to visit these facilities in person. Here are some key questions to ask during your tour:<\/span><\/p><ol><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What types of care services are available? This may include rehabilitative services, mental health support, and more.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is the staff-to-resident ratio? A lower ratio often means more personalized care.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is the facility&#8217;s VA rating? Remember, a high rating doesn&#8217;t necessarily mean it&#8217;s the perfect fit, but it can indicate a certain level of quality.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What types of activities are available for residents? Social opportunities can significantly impact a resident&#8217;s quality of life.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are the policies for family visits? It&#8217;s important to know how often you can visit your loved one.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How is the food? If possible, try a meal during your visit. Nutrition is a critical part of overall health.<\/span><\/li><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6bfc6d0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6bfc6d0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choosing a nursing home for yourself or a loved one is a crucial decision. Take your time, do your research, and utilize available resources to find the right fit. For more information on VA-approved nursing homes in Ohio, check out our article on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/blog\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">veterans affairs approved nursing home ohio<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e837585 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"e837585\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Tips for Making the Transition Easier<\/h4>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fab168f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fab168f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moving into a nursing home can be a significant transition for veterans. It involves a change in their routine, environment, and often, lifestyle. Here are some tips to help you make this transition smoother for your loved ones.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f3c4d3c elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"f3c4d3c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Preparing for the Move<\/h4>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-15327e3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"15327e3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you move, take the time to organize and downsize your veteran&#8217;s belongings. Keep in mind the space available in the nursing home room and prioritize items that will make them feel comfortable and at home. Essential documents like the veteran&#8217;s medical records, ID, and insurance information should be safely stored and easily accessible.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-090a5bd elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"090a5bd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Creating a moving checklist can help keep you organized and ensure nothing gets overlooked. This can include tasks like updating addresses, canceling or transferring services, and notifying friends and family of the move.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-13eb1a1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"13eb1a1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Helping Your Loved One Adjust\n<\/h4>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3fcff64 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3fcff64\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once your veteran has moved into the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/blog\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">nursing home<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it will take some time for them to adjust. Encourage them to participate in social activities and engage with other residents. Most nursing homes for veterans have programs aimed at fostering a sense of camaraderie and community among the residents.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be patient and empathetic during this period. It&#8217;s normal for your loved one to experience a range of emotions as they adjust to their new environment. Regular visits and calls can provide much-needed emotional support and help them feel connected to their loved ones.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ee6e9d8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"ee6e9d8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Staying Involved in Their Care<\/h4>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b82f84d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b82f84d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even after your loved one has settled into the nursing home, it&#8217;s vital to stay involved in their care. Regularly communicate with the nursing home staff to stay updated on their health and wellbeing. Make sure to attend care planning meetings and voice any concerns or observations you have.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also advocate for your loved one by ensuring they&#8217;re receiving the benefits they&#8217;re entitled to as a veteran. Many nursing homes for veterans offer unique support programs and services catered to their needs.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7bdc81b elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"7bdc81b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/8-3-300x300.png\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-image-873\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/8-3-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/8-3-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/8-3-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/8-3-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/8-3.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-098b34b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"098b34b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember, moving into a nursing home is a big step, but it can also be a positive one. By choosing a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/highlandoakshc.com\/blog\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">VA-approved nursing home<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you&#8217;re ensuring your loved one will receive the care and support they need. With a little planning and a lot of love, you can help them make the most of this new chapter in their life.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ready to find the right VA-approved home for you? Highland Oaks Healthcare can help! We\u2019re a VA-approved nursing home with outstanding service, we help our residents recover and stay healthy, and we\u2019re confident you\u2019ll love our community. Give us a call today!<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-75cb541 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"75cb541\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Highland Oaks Your VA-Approved Nursing Home Destination\n<\/h4>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e3f50ae elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e3f50ae\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Highland Oaks Health Center prides itself on being a VA Approved nursing home. Our high staff to resident ratio, breadth and depth of service, and warm community environment make Highland Oaks an excellent destination for you or your loved ones. Call us at (740) 697-3495 to learn more or to book your visit today!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-f026367 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"f026367\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-bc83b79\" data-id=\"bc83b79\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-be4a15c elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"be4a15c\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-a3c80a7\" data-id=\"a3c80a7\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-7cae8c7 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"7cae8c7\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-9aa1bbc\" data-id=\"9aa1bbc\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introduction to Veterans&#8217; Nursing Homes When it comes to caring for our nation&#8217;s heroes, finding the right nursing home for veterans is of paramount importance. 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