Criteria

Appropriate placement in our assisted living will be assured through the determination of Serenity’s nurse’s and administration, your personal physicians, social services, individuals, and/or family members. The criteria for placement includes, but is not limited to the following:

• Individual is able to ambulate (move about) independently or utilize assistive devices (such as a walker or wheelchair) with minimal assistance from another person. Must be able to evacuate in case of an emergency.
• Is able to eat without assistance.
• Is able to participate in activities of daily living such as dressing, bathing, grooming, walking, etc.
• Is able to care for their own toileting needs. May require assistance with incontinence management for bladder care by wearing a control product.
• May need general oversight regarding medication through the setup of an RN.
• Behavior does not create a risk for injury to self or others.
• Does not abusively use medication or alcohols.

• Is able to participate in planning, coordination and decision-making regarding personal schedule, health, and their welfare.
• General health is stable and manageable.
• Must have a local physician.
• Must comply with Serenity’s Policies and Procedures and realize that 24-hour supervision does not mean “one-on-one” supervision.
• Must have a documented physical examination within 90 days prior to admission.
• Before admission, the individual must submit a copy of their health history and physicians orders to the administration.
• If an individual exceeds one (1) or more criteria, he / she will be reassessed for the proper level of care.