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T H E C A R E G I V E R ’ S T O O L K I T
CHAPTER 4
OPTIONS FOR CARE
Level of Care: Does the Facility
Accept Attendees Who:
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Have memory loss?
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Have difficulties in speaking?
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Wander?
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Have special dietary requirements?
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Have behavioral problems?
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are mentally, physically or
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and participants cannot
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can make up for everyday
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