Decision Point Consulting, Inc.
CARE AT THE CROSSROADS OF LIFE
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Find out more about Decision Point Consulting's Care at the Crossroads of Life.
Call us at (636)207-8751
Fax us at (636)207-7561
Office Hours:  Monday -Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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14615 Manchester Road        Suite L04         Manchester, Missouri 63011
Frequently Asked Questions:
Aging Issues
I do not think my father should be living alone anymore, but he is not
ready for a nursing home.  What are my options?

    In this situation, you basically have three options:

    1.)  Your first option is to hire someone to come into the home.  Home care
    services can be provided through a home care agency or through private
    individuals.  Prior to hiring home care, you will need to have an idea of the
    services your father will require, such as supervision, assistance with meals,
    housekeeping, laundry, personal care, etc.  The cost for home care is usually
    paid for out-of-pocket; however, some long term care insurance policies do
    provide for home care services.

    2.)  Your second option may be living with family members.  The family
    members may be able to provide many of the support services to meet your
    father's needs.  If the family members work, you may be able to use home
    care as described above or you may be able to use adult day care services.

    3.)  Your third choice is senior housing options, such as retirement
    communities, residential care facilities, or assisted living facilities.  There are
    many housing opportunities available today other than nursing homes.  Each
    type of housing provides different levels of care and services.

    If you are having difficulty determining which services your father will require
    as well as which option is most appropriate, our staff can assist you with an
    assessment, evaluation of your options, and assistance in obtaining the
    appropriate services.
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