My loved one needs care. Where do I start?
One phone number will connect you to help and resources at Briarfield. With your permission, one of our nurses will conduct an on-site visit to review your loved one’s clinical information at the hospital, or assess care needs at home if necessary. We can help guide you through the process of selecting from our wide variety of available services and locations.
How does Briarfield determine the appropriate level of care for residents?
The first determining factor is the amount of medical care and nursing supervision the resident will require. The other major consideration is how well he or she can manage daily routine activities (e.g., bathing, use of the bathroom, dressing, eating, walking, etc.).
My mom is about to become a Briarfield resident. Are there legal documents I should consider having on her behalf?
It’s always best to make certain decisions in advance, while she still is competent to do so. Ask her attorney about drawing up Financial Power of Attorney and Advance Directives. A Living Will can also give everyone peace of mind. Advance funeral and burial arrangements can also be helpful.