Assisted Living - Successful Aging That Promotes Dignity and Independence

In an assisted living facility, the assistance may involve the supervision or administration of medicines, or personal care services that are provided trained staff. This type of facility began as an eldercare alternative for individuals such as seniors that no longer are able to live independently but do not require 24 hour medical care that is provided through nursing home care. This type of community is built on the philosophy of services and care that encourages dignity and independence.

The residents in an assisted living facility are usually the elderly that have experienced a small decline in their health and need assistance with performing tasks on a daily basis that they may have been able to handle on their own in the past. This environment is also ideal for seniors who desire to live with little responsibilities and have easy access to care whenever they need it. Many of these communities allow their residents to age in place due to on site health care or contracts with their local health care providers that give the resident the ability to remain in the community as her/his level of care increases.

Assisted living facilities usually offer residents help with laundry and light housekeeping and offer residents meals 3 times a day. Residents of this type of community usually have access to a beauty salon, swimming pool, fitness center, transportation, post office, and much more. Many of these communities plan activities, events, and trips that their residents can participate in which can range from concerts to outings with family members. Another important aspects of many assisted living facilities, is the importance that is placed on being able to keep a pet. Many of these communities allow their residents to bring a pet as long as they are able to care for it on their own. This type of community may be ideal for:

• You do not have a medical need/needs that require the assistance of a health professional on a daily basis

• You require assistance with your daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, walking, cooking, or more

• The cost of your staying home, or other issues prevent you from receiving proper assistance of others

• You desire to have the company of others around your age

• You are able to pay for living in this type of community

If you are interested in information on an assisted living facility for yourself or a member of your family, call one today and set up a consultation with a staff member to learn more. You can also visit the website to learn more.