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Knowledge Test

1.	Once you move into an assisted living facility, you can expect
	a) Never to have to move again because the facility will take care of any additional medical needs you may have as you age.
	b) To "age in place" so long as your facility can meet your needs, even if that involves some nursing care.
	c) To be kicked out as soon as you require medical care.

2.	When researching a facility you should only read the brochure and make a site visit in order to make sure you have all the information you need.
	a) True
	b) False
3.	Once you sign a contract for a set fee you can expect that price to stay the same except for annual cost-of-living increases.
	a) True
	b) False
4.	When checking out the license of an assisted living facility you should contact
	a) Your state health regulating agency or Area Agency on Aging.
	b) The federal agency for long-term care, which rates such facilities nationwide.
	c) Your county's office on quality care for the elderly.
5.	If a facility's brochure promises three delicious, nutritious meals a day, you can count on never having to cook again.
	a) True
	b) False

  

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