Harpeth Convalescent Inc

Assisted living is a philosophy of care and services promoting independence and dignity. Some facilities provide minor help with medications as well. An assisted living facility may be a good choice if you don’t need the round-the-clock medical care and supervision of a nursing home. You have a close network of nearby family, friends, and neighbors. Each state licensing agency has its own definition of the term it uses to describe assisted living. Assisted living residences or assisted living facilities provide supervision or assistance with activities of daily living. Generally, retirement homes are designed for seniors who need minimal to moderate support with their daily living activities. Independent living is a general name for any housing arrangement designed exclusively for seniors. The usual retirement home pattern is that each person or couple in the home has an apartment-style room or suite of rooms. Assisted living is a philosophy of care and services promoting independence and dignity. Independent Living Communities enable residents to live as independently as possible, while providing certain services and social activities. A nursing home may be a good choice if you need a higher level of care temporarily after a hospitalization, but it’s anticipated you will be able to return to home or another facility after a period of time.