What are nursing homes?
Nursing homes are facilities for people who are ill or frail and need 24-hour care. They are required to have a registered nurse on staff around the clock to provide skilled nursing services, as well as aides to assist with day-to-day care.
Some people move to a nursing home temporarily if they are recovering from an illness, injury, or surgery. Others move there permanently because they require ongoing medical care, need memory care for dementia, or can no longer take care of their daily personal needs such as bathing, dressing, or eating.