Assisted Living Overview

Filling a Void

Many families face the decision of what long-term care is appropriate and best for their loved ones. Until about 20 years ago, the only options were either a nursing home or to stay at home. The problem is that there is a lot of gray area between those two options. Not all individuals in need of long term care require the amount offered by nursing homes; meanwhile, not all families can offer the necessary care for their loved ones at home. Assisted Living communities fill the gap between these two options.

What is Assisted Living?

Assisted living is essentially a residential alternative to nursing home care. Assisted living is a long-term care option that combines housing, support services and health care, as needed. Assisted living is designed for individuals who require assistance with everyday activities such as meals, medication management or assistance, bathing, dressing and transportation. Some residents may have memory disorders including Alzheimer's, or they may need help with mobility, incontinence or other challenges. Residents are assessed upon move in, or any time there is a change in condition. The assessment is used to develop an individually tailored Service Plan. (alfa.org)

Growth of Assisted Living Industry

According to the National Investment Center Investment Guide 2010, there are 6,315 professionally managed assisted living communities nationwide with approximately 475,500 apartments. A relatively new concept twenty-five years ago, today assisted living is the most preferred and fastest growing long-term care option for seniors.

Cost Effective Alternative

One huge advantage to assisted living care, as opposed to nursing home care, is the cost. For example, in 2010, the national average for a monthly rental in an assisted living community was $3,326 per month. In comparison, the average rate of Nursing Care was $7,001 per month. (National Investment Center)

Our Communities

At Caring Places Management, our communities promote independence, choice, and dignity in a home-like setting, and offer assistance with only those things the resident needs. We want each resident to remain as independent and active as possible and to enjoy every day at our community.