There are many senior living & care options to choose from. This guide will help you understand the various types of senior housing, the services they provide and the current average cost. At Patriarch Placement, we help your family to find the BEST option!
1. INDEPENDENT LIVING You may want to consider Independent living if:
Here are some of the things older adults like most about independent living communities:
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Options include:
Pricing & Payment: Private and Public Pay
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2. RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES You may want to consider a Retirement Community if:
Retirement Living Communities are a good fit for seniors who are ready to simplify their lifestyle and may now feel that cooking and cleaning has started to become a challenge. This is an excellent option for someone who still wants their independence but likes the idea of having friends and activities available to them in a safe and secure enviornment. |
Services Provided:
Pricing & Payment: Private Pay
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3. PERSONAL CARE & ASSISTED LIVING You may want to consider a Personal Care or Assisted Community if:
Personal Care and Assisted Living Communities are great options for seniors who now need extra support on a regular basis. The goal of an personal care and assisted living community is to offer the support you need as you age but to respect your independence and help keep you safe and thriving. There are may different communities in our region. Some communities can provide a higher level of care for their residents than others so it is important to evaluate what your current and future needs may be before deciding. Most communities offer different size units with kitchenettes ranging in size from a studio to 2 bedrooms. Many communities also offer shared room rates for those needing a more cost effective option. |
Services Provided:
Pricing & Payment: Private Pay*
2. amount of help you need
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5. ALZHEIMER & SECURE MEMORY CARE You may want to consider Alzheimer & Secure Memory Care if:
Alzheimer & Secure Memory Care Communities provide secure specialized care for those who suffer from dementia & Alzheimer's disease. This option provides a safe and secure environment in a supportive community. They provide focused programming and cognitive activities by trained care givers who specialize in helping each resident through all stages of the disease. |
Services Provided:
Pricing & Payment: Private Pay*
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6. NURSING HOMES You may want to consider a nursing home if:
Nursing Homes also known as , Long-Term Skilled Nursing Homes offer the highest level of care outside of a hospital. Many seniors will go to a nursing home for short-term rehabilitation stay after surgery or illness. Nursing Homes provide 24 hours nursing and medical care for those with chronic long term illnesses. Regular medical supervision is necessary for the resident. |
Services Provided:
Pricing & Payment: Private Pay, Medicare, Medicaid and Private Insurance*
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7. CCRC-Continuum of Care Retirement Community You may want to consider a CCRC if:
CCRC communities are excellent options for those who are retired and are looking for a worry free lifestyle as they age. CCRC communities offer all of the senior housing options all on one campus. Most campus communities offer a large variety of housing options from independent living apartments, patio homes and town homes to assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing care. |
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Pricing & Payment: Private and Public Pay*
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8. HOME CARE You may want to consider Home Care if:
Home Care Agencies provide help and support in your own home. This is a great option for those who do not want to move and their homes are still safe for them to navigate. Agencies provide certified, insured and bonded care givers to come to your home to help. |
Services Provided:
Pricing & Payment: Private Pay*
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*There are resources to help fund the cost of care. Please give us a call and we will be glad to go over THE funding options that MAY
be AVAILABLE TO YOU. We are here to help direct you to options
that will fit your budget and needs.
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We connect aging adults and their loved ones to appropriate care providers at no cost to them. Our service is free
because at times we receive compensation for the referrals to the many communities and care providers who value the services we provide to you.