What is Memory Care?

Memory Care is a specific form of long-term care designed to meet the needs of a person with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or other types of memory problems. Memory Care programs are typically offered as part of an Assisted Living community’s services, but there are also standalone communities exclusively dedicated to adults with some form of dementia. These programs help to provide a safe, structured environment with set routines to lower stress for these patients, and the facility Employees provide meals and help residents with personal care tasks.

What is Assisted Living?

Assisted Living Healthcare would be housing for elderly or disabled people, providing nursing care, housekeeping, and prepared meals as needed, and is best suited for individuals who need very little daily care. For most Assisted Living facilities, the main objectives are to provide necessary medical care and services, and to encourage and promote a lifestyle for their residents that gives them a feeling of independence and security, a sense of community and belonging, and enjoyable activities that keep them engaged and feeling productive.

What is Independent Living?

Assisted Living and Independent Living, are very similar. Assisted Living facilities offer Independent Living along with multiple other levels of care like Nursing, Housekeeping, prepared meals, and Accommodations, in one single residence. Independent Living preserves a senior’s independence and does not provide Health Care, Nursing support or assistance with activities of daily living. The focus is instead on convenience and an active life. Residents are permitted to use third-party Home Health Care services to meet additional needs.

What is Continuum of Care?

The Care Continuum refers to the wide array of senior health services spanning from Senior Living, Home Healthcare, Skilled Nursing, Physical Therapy, to Hospice Care.