What are the three main types of living communities that offer different levels of support for older adults?

Retirement Senior Living Options

1. Age-Restricted Communities. Age-restricted communities require at least one resident be of a certain age.
2. Independent Living.
3. Continuing Care Retirement Communities.

What are the similarities and differences between an assisted living facility and a nursing home?

Overall, the main difference between nursing home care and assisted living is that nursing homes provide medical and personal care in a clinical setting, while assisted living primarily provides personal care in a home-like, social setting.

What are the different kinds of community services are available to older adults to allow them to live independently in their own homes?

Nutrition and meal programs (counseling, home delivered or group meals) Caregiver support (respite care and training for caregivers) Information about assistance programs and referrals to administrators. Insurance counseling to seniors (to help understand and maximize the benefits of their insurance such as Medicare)

What is the difference between assisted living and long term care?

Assisted Living Facilities provide minimal assistance with ADL’s (Activities of Daily Living) whereas Extended-Care facilities provide total care with all ADL’s, if needed. Extended-Care facilities offer wound care, IV therapy, and are typically able to accommodate for more chronic medical health needs.

What is the difference between senior and independent living?

Independent living preserves a senior’s independence and does not provide access to medical or nursing care. Independent living can provide some peace of mind to people who no longer feel comfortable living alone.

What are community based services for older adults?

CBSS provide (and act as a link to) specific resources for older adults and their caregivers that include wellness programs, nutritional support, educational programs about health and aging, and counseling services for caregivers, as well as general assistance with housing, finances, and home safety.

What types of programs and services are available in your community for long term populations?

Home and Community Based Services

• Home Health Care.
• Home Care.
• Meal Programs.
• Transportation Services.
• Friendly Visitor or Companion Services.
• Emergency Response System.
• Adult Day Care.
• Respite Care.

What is the difference between assisted living and skilled?

Essentially, in assisted living communities, residents receive assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), while still handling most activities on their own. In a skilled nursing community, residents receive constant nursing care and need assistance with most, if not all, ADLs.

What services are considered skilled nursing care?

Examples of skilled nursing services include wound care, intravenous (IV) therapy, injections, catheter care, physical therapy, and monitoring of vital signs and medical equipment.

Can a resident choose between independent living and assisted living?

Residents may also opt to arrange for this care through a third party at an additional cost and remain in the assisted living community. In the end, the choice between independent living and assisted living is often determined by the needs of the senior. Many senior living communities offer both independent and assisted living.

Do assisted living communities provide intensive care?

Although assisted living communities provide assistance with ADLs, they do not provide intensive hands-on care or skilled nursing care. Should an older adult have serious physical or mental ailments that require more intensive care, a nursing home or skilled nursing community may better suit their needs.

Do assisted living communities have a medical staff?

Assisted living communities also tend to staff one or more full-time medical personnel, such as certified nursing assistants who receive training geared to the needs of older adults, an RN or LVN, or a doctor, all trained to provide emergency medical care should the need arise.

What are the benefits of independent living communities?

Independent living communities provide their residents with convenient access to dining, medical care, entertainment and more. The independent living lifestyle offers residents a safe living environment, but with minimal assistance.