Brass Key II

You do not need to provide medical evidence that you need a minimum level of care. Assisted living emerged in the 1990s as an eldercare alternative on the continuum of care for seniors for whom Independent living is no longer appropriate but who do not need the 24-hour medical care provided by a nursing home. Independent living is a general name for any housing arrangement designed exclusively for seniors. Senior Living - info and advice for older adults. 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. A nursing home is normally the highest level of care for older adults outside of a hospital. Assisted living residences or assisted living facilities provide supervision or assistance with activities of daily living. A nursing home is normally the highest level of care for older adults outside of a hospital. Senior Housing - find independent and assisted living facilities, nursing homes, retirement communities, and other elderly care. Assisted living residences or assisted living facilities provide supervision or assistance with activities of daily living. Retirement homes are privately owned rental accommodations for seniors who are able to manage and pay for their own care. Assisted living is a philosophy of care and services promoting independence and dignity. A nursing home may be a good choice if both medical and personal care needs have become too great to handle at home.