What is assisted living community for seniors?

An Assisted living community for seniors provides care for seniors who need some help with activities of daily living yet wish to remain as independent as possible. These communities bridge the gap between independent living and nursing homes.  Residents in assisted living communities aren’t able to live by themselves but don’t require constant care either.  Medical care is limited in an assisted living community; however, you need to check within your state to determine the limits. Residents are assessed at move-in so that the community can develop an Individualized Service Plan to ensure that the senior in your life gets the best care possible. 

Residents may suffer from memory disorders, Parkinson’s and other diseases, or simply need help with mobility, incontinence or other challenges. Assisted Living is appropriate for anyone who can no longer manage to live on their own but doesn't require medical care.

Some but not all of the key Characteristics of Assisted Living Communities are;

• Activities of Daily Living (dressing, personal care, bathing, incontinence care)
• Meals served (usually in a restaurant type setting)
• Security (emergency call systems)
• 24-hour supervision (around the clock staff)
• Community Activities (social events, outings, golf, transportation, etc.)
• Community Services (laundry, cleaning, etc.)
• Health Services (medications management and dispensing, diabetes care)
• Environment (personal freedom)
• Overall Health (physical, emotional)

Assisted living communities can range in size from high rise buildings, to old Victorians. Rooms vary from studios to one and two bedroom apartments with kitchenettes.  

There are approximately 33,000 Assisted Living Communities operating in the U.S. today. The number of residents living in a facility can range from several to 300, with the most common size being between 25 and 120 individuals. Each community takes different levels of care and charges varying rates.

Understanding what community is right for your loved one can be a daunting task. For over a decade Always Best Care has been helping our seniors through this process. Let Always Best Care guide you through the health care maze. Our Care Coordinators are local and have personally viewed most assisted living communities in your area. Call Always Best Care today for your free no obligation consultation or visit us at www.alwaysbestcare.com to find the office nearest you. 

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