What Are Senior Living Options Available Currently

What senior living options are out there for senior citizens who no longer are able to or simply do not want to live on their own. There are four main options for those senior citizens, and I will share some information with you. I will attempt to explain the differences between the senior living options.

Senior living complexes, assisted living centers, nursing homes or living with family members are your basic options, and each has benefits and drawbacks.

Perhaps I can help you decided which type of place you need to live once you are no longer able to live on your own or you simply do not want to live on your own.

Senior Living Complexes are small one-bedroom apartments, located in one building. It is like an apartments complex for younger people, however there is a locked entrance to ensure your safety. There are planned activities from meals, movies, and trips away from the complex.

Residents are usually responsible for cleaning their apartments, but you can hire someone to come in and do it for you. There is a maintenance staff on hand to help you with small repairs, and everyday tasks like changing light bulbs.

These apartments usually have an emergency pull string in the bathroom as well as in a central location so you can summon help if you need it in am emergency.

The main benefit here is living on your own with minimal help, and you are surrounded with your peers, which limits the noise somewhat.

This is a perfect option for the active senior who just wants to live with peers, is healthy, and still drives, requires minimal help around the home, and wants security.

Assisted Living Centers are small one-bedroom apartments that are staffed with nurses who dispense medicine, as well as nurse's aides to help with basic ADL's (assisted daily life skills) which include help bathing, dressing, or doing lighthouse cleaning. Staff members make appointments to seniors who are a bit forgetful and can no longer live on their own.