Autumn Glen Communities

Each state licensing agency has its own definition of the term it uses to describe assisted living. Generally, retirement homes are designed for seniors who need minimal to moderate support with their daily living activities. A retirement home differs from a nursing home primarily in the level of medical care given. More than two-thirds of the states use the licensure term assisted living. Some facilities provide minor help with medications as well. Independent living is a general name for any housing arrangement designed exclusively for seniors. Each state licensing agency has its own definition of the term it uses to describe assisted living. A nursing home may be a good choice if both medical and personal care needs have become too great to handle at home. Assisted living residences or assisted living facilities provide supervision or assistance with monitoring of resident activities to help to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Retirement homes are privately owned rental accommodations for seniors who are able to manage and pay for their own care. Assisted living residences or assisted living facilities provide supervision or assistance with coordination of services by outside health careproviders.