A group of elderly clients are interested in living options available in the community when they may need some assistance with their daily needs. Which of the following would the nurse suggest as possibilities to meet these needs? (Select all that apply.)
1. Adult foster care
2. Group homes
3. Retirement villages
4. Long-term care facilities
5. Adult day-care centers
Correct Answer: 1,2,5
Rationale: Retirement villages provide social support, but do not provide assistance with medication and ADLs. Long-term care facilities provide all care when elderly persons are no longer able to care for themselves; they are not considered "assistance" living. Other options include assisted living centers.
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