My mom and stepdad live in southern California. They currently reside in their own apartment with the assistance of my sister, who has to return to her own home out-of-state in January. Mom and Stepdad have paid a deposit for an apt. at an AL community and expect to move in Jan. or Feb. 2020. Stepdad has serious mobility issues (knee and hip) and Mom has Parkinsonism. Mom is afraid that the AL facility will kick them out soon after moving in (and paying a hefty non-refundable community fee) due to their poor health, saying they need nursing home care instead. I know that AL facilities make a lot of money by providing extra medical services to their residents. But at what point are the residents required to leave?
My step father is on dialysis (out patient) in a wheel chair, has bladder cancer, clogged arteries and more, he is ranked in AL at a 2 right now, as his wife who has dementia takes care of his messy diapers.
I wouldn't concern myself with this, they want to keep their residents as long as possible...this is a big money maker for them.
Before my mom went to an AL, she was assessed by an RN as to what her care needs were. We were apprised of the extra charges for what she needed up front. These were adjusted after a week or so when it was clear mom needed more.
Wherever they end up, please make sure the facility accepts Medicaid and that it has a continuum of care. Good luck!