What does assisted living provide? To put it simply, assisted living communities provide a safe and secure environment for seniors to age well. But how do you weigh your options and decide which one is right for you?
What Does Assisted Living Provide?
These communities provide residents with private accommodations as well as common areas to promote social opportunities. With around-the-clock assistance and loads of amenities, assisted living provides a maintenance-free lifestyle. Assisted living also offers a social environment where residents can get the kind of social interactions that benefit their health. This can include book clubs, movie nights, concerts, and more with multiple levels of care depending on individual needs.
Assisted living communities come in a wide variety of options, so to ensure that one is a good fit for your needs, it’s vital to follow a structured process to evaluate their options.
Range of Services
In the United States, there are nearly 1.2 million people living in 30,000 assisted living communities. One of the benefits of the assisted living continuum is that communities provide a comfortable environment for seniors to build relationships with one another. This reduces the risk of isolation so prevalent in senior demographics. Twin Towers features social events that encourage the formation of communities through a variety of interactive experiences, such as:
- Baking classes
- Handcrafted arts classes
- Manicures and music
- Trips to Kroger and other shopping centers
- Grief Sharing groups
- Birthday parties and celebrations
- Therapy dog visits
- Volunteer opportunities on-campus
There are also other services provided as part of the assisted living continuum. With maintenance-free assisted living, you will have time to do the things you love. Enjoy reconnecting with an old hobby or relish in the thrill of learning something new. Your retirement is what you choose to make of it. Assisted living communities also offer amenities such as:
- Access to a pharmacy
- Nutritional guidance
- Physical therapy
- Skilled nursing
- Mental health services
How to Weigh Your Options
To weigh your options, you should first compile a list of communities in your area or desired areas to retire. Then ask yourself some basic questions like:
- What is the size of the units available?
- What types of units are available?
- Do the units offer kitchens/kitchenettes?
- Do they offer private rooms?
- Is there special care available for Alzheimer’s and dementia?
- Does each resident have a care plan?
- Are additional services available as needs change?
When you have come up with all the questions you want to ask, be sure to get them answered when you visit. Once you have all your answers, you will be able to easily compare the communities.
What to Look for When You Visit?
For a complete list of what to look for, check here.
Before Signing a Contract
Before signing a contract you should examine it thoroughly. Take it home and review it with your family members to ensure it is a good fit for your retired lifestyle. Make sure you clearly understand what you are signing up for and if you have any questions, get them answered before you sign.
With all the senior living options today, researching each of them can be exhausting. To help, we have created your FREE Continuing Care Retirement Community Guide to get you started.
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