Is it possible to request placement or move from one nursing home to another that would be closer to family?

In reading your other I noticed that you did not answer thecquestions asked. It really helps us to give u better if you can come back and asnswer the qiestions otherwise we assume.

I really feel you need help in navigating all this. There are Social Workers who can help you with understanding the whole process.

I have read your other posts. I get the impression Mom was in the Hospital and needed further care. Was she placed in a NH? And if so, why was she not placed in one closer to family?

Who do you need to request? Mom is not in jail? If there is a POA or a guardian that person finds a facility closer to family and sets up a transfer. If on Medicaid, going out of state would be the problem. But by writing as you did it gives me the impression the State maybe her guardian.

Just quick caveats. If the move is only to be closer to family, she or you/family may be asked to pay for transport. If she is on Medicaid, it does not cross state lines. She Might have to requalify. A move may trigger an abrupt decline. Last, will family actually visit????

If your loved one is adjusted to a facility and relatively comfortable there, and you are happy with the care? I would move heaven and earth to keep from a move.

Yes, talk to the social worker. Does your LO have a PoA? Or a legal guardian?

Certainly. Talk with the social worker and Admissions in the facility where you'd like to make the transfer to see if accommodation is available/possible. Talk to the social worker in the current facility.

Certainly. Talk with the social worker and Admissions in the facility where you'd like to make the transfer to see if accomodation is available/possible. Talk to the social worker in the current facility.