We also briefly describe the scope of Minnesotaâs MA dental benefits, types of dental care and dental procedures, and Minnesotaâs dental workforce. We address Medical Assistance payment rates and their impact on dentist. participation and MA recipient access to dental services later in this report.
A nursing home is set up like a hospital while an assisted living facility is set up like a community and may feature private apartments for residents. 3. There is privacy and residents are more independent in an assisted living facility while patients may share rooms in a nursing home.
Levels of Care. Assisted living facilities are designed for people who need assistance with daily activities such as personal care, medication management, mobility, meal preparation and household chores. However, these facilities are not appropriate for people who need daily nursing services, such as those provided in nursing homes. In accordance with state regulations, assisted living facilities are licensed to provide care for individuals at one of three levels of care.