http://michiganmessenger.disqus.com/enWed, 27 Feb 2008 12:14:17 -0000http://www.michiganmessenger.com/917/finding-a-nursing-home-in-michigan-tips-and-resources#comment-1660417<p><strong>Thanks for your comment - excellent advice</strong> That will surely be handy to a number of our readers.</p>LoRayne Apo-JoyntWed, 27 Feb 2008 12:14:17 -0000http://www.michiganmessenger.com/917/finding-a-nursing-home-in-michigan-tips-and-resources#comment-1660416<p><strong>Unannounced visits</strong> Based on personal experience, try to schedule your visit during the week instead of the weekend.  Relatives and friends tend to visit on Saturdays and Sundays and nursing homes anticipate this and work hard to present a good image.  </p><p><br>Also, if possible, get feedback from neighbors, friends or family that may have first hand knowledge of the place. </p>KathyWed, 27 Feb 2008 07:54:50 -0000