Elder and Family Services

At Benchmark ELDER CARE, we strive to support the elderly and their families by alleviating the confusion, frustration, and worry that comes with making decisions about assisted living, retirement communities and nursing home options. 

Benchmark provides answers to your most important questions about retirement living facilities and gives you the tools you need to decide with confidence. Through both personalized services and our Web site, you will gain access to a variety of easy-to-use resources including the following.

Detailed Reports

Our easy-to-follow reports and ratings based on quality assessment surveys will compare important factors.

  • Compliance with state / federal regulations — Is the facility up to par with current guidelines and regulations set forth by the state?
  • Resident and family satisfaction — Are current residents and/or their families fully satisfied?
  • Overall customer service — Is the staff courteous and attentive to residents' needs? Are current residents' needs and expectations being met?
  • Security and safety — Is your loved one protected against danger or loss? Are on-site security systems or officers available? Are crime statistics available for the facility's zip code?
  • Nursing staff levels — Are enough nurses available per resident? Is the nursing staff available 24 hours a day? Are nurses courteous and attentive?
  • Daily activities — What type of amenities and/or recreational facilities are available to residents? Is there a fitness area, library, activities room, swimming pool? Are there Holiday / family events, crafts?
  • Facility cleanliness / infection control — How clean are such important areas as bathrooms, bedding and kitchens? Is there any damage or debris that may otherwise affect resident health?
  • Emergency medical services — Are on-call physicians available? Where is the nearest hospital? What type of equipment is available in case of medical emergencies?
  • Housekeeping services — Is the housekeeping staff polite and cordial? Are uniforms clean and in good condition? Are service requests fulfilled as expected and in a timely fashion?
  • Availability of specialized services — What is available within the surrounding community? Are there recreational parks, medical facilities, shopping malls, movie theaters?
  • Basic amenities — Is the facility sufficiently meeting basic needs such as comfortable, heat and air conditioned environments? Is there a bathroom, kitchen, dining area, television, telephone, internet connection?

Choosing a retirement living option for yourself or a loved one, in addition to being a very serious and very personal decision, can be exceedingly complicated and frustrating. By taking advantage of Benchmark's expert services and consultants, we can assist you in reaching a sound and individualized decision based on a fully documented experience, not solely on emotion. Begin your informed decision process through our centralized Web site which offers a variety of customized tools and information. Your informed decision journey begins here with Benchmark ELDER CARE. Contact us today or call our toll free number at 866-920-8383 and we will help.   

Tools & Resources

Our Tools & Resources will alleviate your frustration and confusion by providing answers in one convenient place. Features will include:

  • Advanced Facility Finder for customized searches of the facilities in your area
  • Guidance Articles/Referral on Medical Conditions such as alzheimer’s, cancer, diabetes, parkinson’s, arthritis and mental health
  • Guidance Articles/Referral on Legal Issues like insurance, power of attorney, and elder abuse
  • Financial advice on protection against identify theft, tax laws, social security benefits, and use of Medicare and Medicaid
  • Help in finding counseling services and support groups

If you would like Benchmark ELDER CARE to assess an assisted living facility, retirement community or nursing home in your area, contact us to submit your request.

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