Presented by by Thomas Caprio, MD. Nursing homes are increasingly common sites of long-term health care, especially for older adults with chronic illness, dementia, or increasing care needs that cannot be managed at home. Dr. Caprio’s presentation will review several aspects of nursing homes, such as: The types of care provided in nursing homes; What to look for when choosing a nursing home; How nursing homes are a valuable resource in providing quality end-of-life care, including hospice.