Senior Assisted Living Facilities | Communities | Homes

There are many choices for adult care residences. There is no single blueprint for assisted living because residents’ preferences and needs vary widely. Although all types of these communities fall under the “assisted living” umbrella, some have stricter guidelines or residential options not provided by others. As a guide to assisted living, below is a list of different types of assisted living homes, with brief descriptions of what they offer:Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC): These long-term continuing care facilities combine independent living, assisted living, and nursing care in one complex. The assisted living area may consist of small personal apartments or individual rooms. Personal Care Homes: Smaller assisted living residences usually run for profit by independent providers. Several seniors reside together in a home setting that has full-time on-site staff, sharing family-style meals and social activities -- sometimes not as well regulated as licensed assisted living facilities. Assisted Living Apartments or Condominiums: Residents live in their own private apartment. There is usually no special medical monitoring equipment in the individual living spaces, and nursing staff at the facility may be part time. Full-time on-site staff is available for scheduled and unscheduled personal care needs, housekeeping is provided, and meals are usually cooked and served. Dormitory-Style Senior Living: Individual living spaces resemble a dorm or hotel room, with private or semi-private sleeping areas and shared bathrooms. Common areas are available for socializing, and meals are usually served in a dining area.