Senior Housing Definitions

SENIOR HOUSING DEFINITIONS

ALZHEIMER’S/DEMENTIA ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITIES – Licensed assisted living facility or skilled nursing facility that specialize in delivering care to victims of Alzheimer’s and dementia. Communities are typically bedroom-style rental units with common areas for dining and activities. Many are locked for residents’ safety. Specifically trained staff usually serves the special needs of this population. Amenities vary for each community.

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ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITIES – Typically apartment-style with kitchenettes and private baths. Some offer companion accommodations. Personal assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, eating and ambulation. Rates vary from an all-inclusive to base rates with levels of care. Amenities vary for each community.

CCRC – Continuing Care Retirement Communities offer all levels of care on one campus (independent living, assisted living and skilled nursing). An endowment fee may be required that entitles residents to use assisted or skilled services when needed throughout their lifetime. Each community offers varied buy-in and payment plan options.

DAY CARE – Any provider can elect to provide day/night services on a short or long term basis. Rates typically include a place to rest, one or two meals and snacks and activities for the day. Licensed communities are prohibited by law to promote these services without a specific license.

INDEPENDENT HOUSING – Apartments and communities for adults 55+ with little or no senior support services (e.g. no meals, etc.).

INTERMEDIATE CARE – 24 hour inpatient care residents who need licensed nursing supervision and supportive care, but do not require continuous nursing care. Residents may receive full assistance with ADL’s and transfers. Residents receive meds from a nurse following a doctors orders and may receive outpatient rehab services. Facilities may use a nurse as a their consultant and the residents receive periodic assessments from a licensed practitioner.

PRICE ALL INCLUSIVE – Price listed includes any and all amenities a community has to offer.

RESPITE CARE – Otherwise known as a short-term stay. Any provider of IL, AL, ALZ or SNF care can elect to provide fully furnished accommodations to a person for a short period of time. Rates usually quoted on a daily basis and are typically inclusive of all services and amenities.

RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES – Housing designed specifically for mature adults. Typically Studio, 1 BR or 2 BR rental apartments with full Continued on page 101