Growing old with dignity should be a right, not an option. That dignity begins with being able to make decisions for yourself, and taking care of yourself to the fullest degree that you can. These days, residential assisted living facilities are making life better and more dignified for many senior citizens.
Assisted living facilities are communities where senior citizens can enjoy their later retirement years comfortably and self-sufficiently with aid. Personal care is provided as seniors age, including medication management; meals; and activities to encourage and provide happy well-being. Typically, assisted living seniors are looking for same-age people with whom to spend their time and some day-to-day assistance, and do not require the amount of assistance that a nursing home would provide.
Why choose a residential assisted living facility?
- Quality of Life. Assisted living providers focus greatly on making sure their residents are active and healthy. Many programs and facilities have entire calendars devoted to socializing, exercise, and having fun: parties, exercise classes, excursions, and educational lectures. Such facilities are also dedicated to having the comforts of home, and accept pets and provide Wi-Fi, ensuring that their residents have all the amenities and comforts that they’re used to.
- Emphasis on Self-Sufficiency. Assisted living homes run on the understanding that their residents are people who can care for themselves, and provide assistance only when they need it. Residences come with laundry facilities and full kitchens so that you will be able to take care of your own daily needs. If you so choose, many facilities often have communal dining areas to take advantage of.
- Compassionate Personal Care. When the time comes that you are less able to take care of your day-to-day needs, the trained staff will step in to help you out only as much as you need. Meals and laundry will be taken care of by the staff, and any medications that you are taking will be managed for you. Every resident’s needs are different, and so your facility would assess your personal assistance needs and match your plan accordingly, ensuring that you receive the highest quality care.
So consider residential assisted living when deciding about long term plans. Assisted living is not for seniors or elderly people who are no longer able to care for themselves at all. If you’re looking for a way to maintain your independence and self-sufficiency, in other words live your life with a little extra help, an assisted living center might just be the place for you.