Avera Queen of Peace Care Facilities

Nursing Homes

Nursing homes are an option for patients who need nursing/medical care, personal care and recreational services. Most nursing homes are classified as one of the following:

• Skilled Nursing Services - Within this facility, physicians, nurses, physical therapists, social workers and other professionals are available to provide care. This care may include administering intravenous fluids and medicines, and wound care. Care in a skilled nursing facility may be covered by Medicare and commercial insurance.
• Intermediate Care Services - This type of facility provides less intensive care than the skilled facility. Persons in these facilities are not usually confined to bed and are able to move around fairly easily. Care is delivered by registered and licensed practical nurses, as well as an array of therapists. Care provided in these facilities may not be covered by Medicare or commercial insurance.
• Residential/Assisted Living - Residents in these facilities do not require constant attention from nurses or aides. If you are quite capable of independent living, but may require some supervision or assistance with personal care and homemaking services, then you might consider such a facility. Care provided in these facilities is not covered by Medicare or insurance.

For a listing of nursing homes in the community, please see the section entitled Community Resources.

Adult Day Services

Adult day services, offered outside of the home, provide assistance to families/caregivers who have responsibility for an adult who cannot be left alone during the day and yet does not require 24-hour nursing care. Adult day care programs are available in some communities. Information about adult day care programs is usually available through resources listed in the community, hospitals or the Department of Social Services.