Assisted Living versus Home Care

Assisted living facilities integrate accommodation, health care, and support services such as meals and activities, catering to active seniors who require assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. These communities often include social activities and offer on-site skilled nursing services to adapt to changing care needs without necessitating a move.

On the other hand, home care enables seniors to remain in their familiar home environments while receiving assistance with activities of daily living from in-home caregivers.

Assisted living can be a more financially viable option for individuals needing comprehensive care, including medication administration and help with grooming, hygiene, and meals. Factors such as your loved one’s housing preferences, level of independence, and budget are crucial in determining whether assisted living or home care is the most suitable choice.

If you opt for assisted living, your loved one can benefit from companionship through meaningful interactions tailored to their preferences, round-the-clock care as needed, and a variety of social activities to prevent isolation. Additional amenities may include nutritious meals, physical and mental stimulation, medication management, beauty services, and transportation.

Assisted living communities offer flexibility with options for both short-term and long-term care, accommodating varying needs over time. Should assisted living not meet expectations, a thirty-day notice typically allows for transitioning to alternative arrangements.

TOTALCARE Living specializes in providing Assisted Living services at our nine care centres and home care to individuals who reside in our villages and estates.
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