For some people, the thought of being admitted into a long-term nursing facility evokes visceral and raw emotions — worry, sadness and anxiety are likely at the top of that list. Fortunately, long-term nursing facilities have evolved over the decades into places of profound compassion, care and wellness — both physically and mentally. The term “nursing home,” which was used for decades, is no longer an accepted term in the field. Bobbie Woolcock, senior director of Operations, UPMC Senior Communities prefers the term nursing facility or senior community. Amber Bartlett, an administrator at Asbury RiverWoods, Lewisburg uses the term Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) for their wide range of living environments.
