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Lynn
Care Center's Frequently Asked Questions
When looking for the right kind of care, many questions
are brought to mind. We found that the questions below are
generally asked more than any, so we've provided you with
their answers. If, however, you have any additional questions,
please feel free to contact
us so we can speak with you further.
Q:
What is the ratio of staff to residents at Lynn Care Center?
A: The staffing ratios at Lynn Care Center meet
or exceed Virginia State regulations and are higher than
staffing averages reported nationally by the Center for
Medicine and Medicaid Services. We average 3.5 hours of
nursing care per resident per day.
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Q:
How do I pay for nursing home care?
A: There are three ways to pay for long term
care at Lynn Care Center. They are:
- Medicaid,
which must be applied for through the county of most
recent residency
- Private
pay, when the resident has the financial resources to
pay for his or her stay, or
- Long-term
care insurance
Note:
Medicare does not pay for long term care.
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Q:
Can I bring furniture and a television (TV) from home? Can
I have a telephone? How do I get my laundry done?
A: At Lynn Care Center, we like to make things
a bit more like home. If you have either a chair, bookcase
or dresser you would like to bring in with you, we can accomodate
it. If you have a picture you'd like in your room, please
bring it so that our staff can hang it for you. We also
encourage you to bring your own bedspread or favorite blanket.
There is also space available for a TV in each room, and
cable TV service is provided. Family may have a telephone
hooked up. Local service is available through Sprint™.
The resident or family is responsible for any telephone
charges and payment of phone bills.
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Q:
Can I leave Lynn Care Center to visit family either for
the day or overnight?
A: You may leave the facility during the day
at any time to go out with family. If you want to visit
family overnight, this can also be accommodated. We ask
that you let the nursing staff know in advance if you are
planning an overnight visit so that the staff can have all
necessary medications ready to take with you. The family
member who will be picking you up is responsible for signing
you out before leaving Lynn Care Center.
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Q:
Can I bring a pet to Lynn Care Center?
A: No. Lynn Care Center is not able to accomodate
residents' pets. We know the companionship and love a pet
offers are important to everyone, so we currently have birds,
fish, and four cats at Lynn Care Center. A veterinarian
sees all of our animals on a regular basis, and our staff
cares for them daily. Dogs and other pets also visit Lynn
Care Center regulary.
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Q:
Can I keep food in my room?
A: Food can be kept in your room. We simply ask
that it be kept in an airtight container. If the food requires
refrigeration, we have a refrigerator in the activities
room that can be used by our residents. Lynn Care Center
provides three meals daily as well as snacks several times
during the day. The freezer is always stocked with ice cream
and snacks are in the pantry at all times.
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