Navigating Elder Care with Laura Daniels - Finding Quality Care at a Skilled Nursing Facility with Roxanne Burgener

Host Laura Daniels, founder of Care Advocates, as she welcomes RoxanneBurgener, a Licensed Nursing Facility Administrator at The Estates at ShavanoPark. This episode provides essential guidance on one of the most criticalsteps in the elder care journey: the transition from hospital to a short-termskilled nursing/rehabilitation facility (SNF).Roxanneshares her more than 35 years of experience in healthcare, detailing what askilled nursing facility is, what sets The Estates at Shavano Park apart, andthe meaning behind their "No Pass Zone" policy.WhatYou Will Learn:Understandinga SNF: A clear definition of a skilled nursing facility and the differencebetween short-term rehabilitation and long-term care.TheTransition Process: A step-by-step walkthrough of what happens when a patienttransfers from the hospital to a SNF, and how to ease anxiety during thiscritical time.KeyAdvice for Families: Top three tips for making the hospital-to-rehab transitionsmoother, including the importance of bringing familiar comfort items.RespiteCare: How families can use this valuable short-term stay option to preventcaregiver burnout and who is an ideal candidate.Selectinga Facility: Essential questions families should ask and what to look for whentouring a skilled nursing facility, focusing on quality of care, cleanliness,safety, and staff interaction.TheHeart of Care: Roxanne shares a deeply moving personal story that illuminatesher passion and calling to work with older adults.Thisepisode is a vital resource for families and healthcare professionals seekingto make confident, informed decisions about post-hospital recovery and care.00:00Introduction to Navigating Eldercare and Host Laura Daniels01:34Welcome and Introducing the Topic: Transitioning from Hospital to Short-TermRehabilitation01:54Guest Introduction: Welcoming Roxanne Burgener, Licensed Nursing FacilityAdministrator02:10Defining a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)02:22Roxanne's Calling: What Inspired Her to Work in Elder Care04:12Host Recap: Defining the SNF Setting04:36The Estates at Shavano Park: What Makes the Community Unique05:32Person-Centered Care and the "No Pass Zone" Policy07:07The Transition Process: From Hospital Discharge to SNF Admission09:39Advice for Families: How to Make the Transition Smoother and Less Overwhelming11:47Understanding Levels of Care: Short-Term Rehab vs. Long-Term Care14:24Specialized Services: The Role and Value of Respite Care16:15Guidance for Families: Key Questions to Ask When Selecting a SNF18:38Final Reassurance for Families Facing the Rehab Transition19:08"This is Why I Do What I Do": Roxanne's Inspiring Story23:14Conclusion and How to Contact Roxanne Burgener and The Estates at Shavano Park24:14Final Thoughts and How to Contact Care Advocates for a Free Consultation