Assisted living services are designed to provide support and assistance to seniors who need help with activities of daily living (ADLs) but want to maintain as much independence as possible.
Here are some common services that are offered:
1. Personal care and hygiene:
This includes assistance with bathing, grooming, dressing, and other personal care needs.
2. Medication management:
Assisted living facilities can provide medication management services. Such as reminding residents to take their medications, tracking medication schedules, and coordinating medication refills with pharmacies.
3. Health monitoring:
Staff members may check residents’ blood pressure, weight, and other vital signs regularly, and alert medical professionals if any issues are detected.
4. Meal service:
Assisted living facilities typically offer nutritious meals and snacks, served in a communal dining area.
5. Housekeeping and laundry:
Many assisted living facilities provide housekeeping and laundry services, helping to keep residents’ living spaces clean and tidy.
6. Transportation:
Many facilities offer transportation services, which may include scheduled transportation to medical appointments, social activities, and errands.
7. 24-hour security and emergency call systems:
Assisted living facilities often have 24-hour security and emergency call systems to ensure residents’ safety.
8. Social and recreational activities:
Facilities may offer a variety of social and recreational activities to help keep residents engaged and active, such as exercise classes, arts and crafts, and outings.
9. Assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs):
Staff members can provide assistance with activities such as walking, transferring, and toileting.
10. Health services:
Many assisted living facilities have on-site health services. Such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy, to help residents manage health issues and stay active.
It’s important to note that not all assisted living facilities offer the same services, so it’s important to research and tour different facilities to find one that best fits your needs and preferences. Click here to learn more about Understanding Assisted Living.
