Why the Need for Nursing Facilities?
Individuals residing in nursing facilities in Hawaii are there because the level of physical and nursing care they need exceeds their families’ ability to provide it. The vast majority are the elderly, although some residents in nursing facilities are younger and disabled. Adults with aging parents make every effort to keep them at home, and many offer financial support as well, though this may place a burden on their own family. Frequently, they are employed full time and may not be able to provide help with activities of daily living or the personal care and chore services that are so important to maintaining an individual’s sense of well being and independence. When Skilled Care Is Required Often, the aging process is accompanied by chronic conditions, including dementia, or an acute illness, that may necessitate skilled care around the clock. When intensive services are needed, families turn to nursing facilities to provide qualified, competent care including medical, nursing, soci
