What are the different types of care homes?

Nursing Homes
An aged person entirely dependent on a caregiver lives in a nursing home or center. Nurses are available 24 hours a day to provide professional assistance and medical care. Seniors recovering from surgery, illness, or injury may stay in nursing homes for short periods for rehabilitative purposes.
Many residents, however, suffer from severe medical conditions that require 24-hour skilled nursing care. It is common for residents to share rooms and eat meals together in the dining room unless they are physically incapable of participating.

Assisted Living
Assisted living communities, also referred to as personal care homes, are ideal for individuals who cannot live independently but do not require nursing home-level care. There is a central dining area where daily meals are served, and individuals live in private apartments with a small kitchen.
The staff handles various daily activities such as cooking, taking medications, cleaning the house, and doing laundry 24 hours a day. In addition, licensed nursing services, social and entertainment activities, and transportation are provided. Private payments are typically required.

Memory Care
While some facilities only provide services for seniors with impaired memory, most provide particular areas for people with Alzheimer’s or dementia. This group requires 24-hour support and activities carefully selected to ensure their safety and well-being to maintain their safety and well-being.

Senior Independent Living Communities
Independent living communities also referred to as retirement communities or congregated care, are ideally suited to seniors with few medical ailments who can still live independently. Housing consists of apartments ranging in size from studios to two bedrooms. A variety of social events and entertainment events are also available to residents. Private payment plans are usually required in retirement communities.

Residential Care Homes
These are private residences designed to serve seniors living together privately and in an environment like a home. The caregivers assist with basic activities such as bathing and dressing. Older adults can continue to live in their own homes in comfort and independence with this type of care. In addition to meal preparation, dressing, bathing, and other ADLs, caregivers are also available to help with instrumental ADLs, including making appointments, paying bills, and transportation. During certain day hours or certain days of the week, caregivers can be available around the clock.