Did you feel welcome when you visited the assisted living center? Were people friendly?

Were you given the opportunity to tour the building?

Did staff members seem friendly and knowledgeable, and did they willingly answer questions?

Is there a pleasant, positive atmosphere in the center?

Does the center offer planned activities? Do you see a posted schedule of activities with several daily offerings?

Does the center appear to be clean? Are there any unpleasant odors?

Are residents treated with dignity and respect? Are they well groomed? In conversation, are they treated with respect?

Do rooms appear to be comfortable? Are they attractively furnished?

Does the center provide or arrange for transportation to medical appointments and shopping on a regular basis? Do residents have transportation if they wish to attend community events?

At meal time, does the food look appetizing? Is there a pleasant atmosphere in the dining room?

Are the buildings and grounds well maintained? In season, are flowers planted and flowerbeds well groomed? Is there trash in the parking lot?

Does the admissions director help you and your family understand assisted living center costs and charges? Are charges added as care needs increase? Are there charges for services not listed? Find out what is included in each payment rate.

Is the assisted living center’s annual survey readily available for your inspection?

If you have long term care insurance or other insurance, will the assisted living center work with you to explore your benefits?

Have you reviewed the center’s survey data? See www.ors.dhr.georgia.gov.

Ask friends and medical professionals if they have had experience with the assisted living center you are considering.

Ask about staffing. Who will be working with residents? Do all employees have background checks? Is the center a drug free workplace?