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Articles related to focusing on healthy aging, prevention, mobility, cognition, nutrition, independence, and caregiving support.

Oct 8, 2025

5 min

How hard is it to get someone into a nursing home? A guide to navigating the process

According to senior care experts, the nursing home admission process is often described as complex and tedious, but manageable for those who know the necessary steps and gather the required documentation in advance. This guide addresses how hard is it to get someone into a nursing home, detailing the medical, financial, and legal hurdles families may face.

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Oct 8, 2025

4 min

Why is it so hard to get into a nursing home? A guide to the challenges

According to an August 2023 report from the American Health Care Association, 55% of nursing homes turned away prospective residents due to labor shortages. This critical industry-wide challenge is just one of many factors that make it so hard to get into a nursing home and secure quality long-term care for an aging population.

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