Also, does the community include care management, daily activities, housekeeping, laundry, medication management, transportation, or meals?Ītmosphere: Is the atmosphere of the community friendly and welcoming? Listen to feedback from residents and family members can be a good way to learn about another individual’s experiences. As you look at communities, the levels of care offered will be vital in making a final decision. Services: Senior living encompasses many things, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Activities departments plan appropriate (and fun) activities, as well as outings. Just because a resident is in Memory Care doesn’t mean they lose the zest in their life. This often includes those with later stages of Alzheimer’s or dementia, or those who are prone to leaving their home and wandering. These communities are equipped to handle the special assistance residents with dementia often require while preserving their quality of life. Memory Care communities serve residents who have Alzheimer’s Disease and other types of dementia. Amenities in Assisted Living communities typically include three meals a day, engaging activities, and outings in the local community. Assisted Living communities allow for seniors to get the assistance they need while still being as independent as possible while enjoying life. Residents may only need assistance with one activity or multiple activities.
This assistance can include (but is not limited to) help with bathing, dressing, medications, and eating. This brings us to the second type of care level, Assisted Living.Īssisted Living is appropriate for seniors who can no longer live independently and require assistance day to day.
Sometimes villas or cottages have attached garages. These living options are often like residential homes or townhouses giving a larger square footage choice to those needing more space. On occasion, you may find Independent Living as a standalone community, or as a part of a larger community that also offers Assisted Living and/or Memory Care.ĭepending on the senior living community, there might be standalone villas or cottages. First, there’s the option to have meals in a dining room and participate in activities within the community. There are also a few more amenities included with Independent Living. The first type of care level is Independent Living.Īs the name implies, Independent Living is for seniors who can care for themselves without the need of any assistance, and usually offer communal living like that of an apartment complex.
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