Problem
Jack and Janet are now in their mid-80s. Their children are questioning how much longer their parents can live by themselves with the continuing daily support provided by family member caregivers. Their parents need ongoing assistance with their activities of daily living (ADLs), have challenges with mobility, and take multiple medications. Jack has Parkinson's disease as well as high cholesterol and diabetes issues. Janet has arthritis and has been diagnosed with dementia. She is very apprehensive of a potential transition to a traditional nursing home setting.
Research the various types of non-institutional and institutional long-term care services available. Next, please respond to the following questions:
A. Draw a diagram indicating the continuum of long-term care alternatives spanning from the non-institutional services to institutional services.
B. Explain each stage of the continuum.
C. Based upon the above scenario for Jack and Janet, what type/level of long-term care services would you suggest to their children?
D. Describe at least three factors that served as the basis for your recommendations.
E. If your family member was seeking non-traditional institutional long-term care services, a specific alternative available is the Green House Model. Formulate three pros and three cons regarding the Green House Model for Elders versus a traditional nursing home.
F. Would you recommend this type of non-traditional long-term care alternative for a family member? Why or why not?