Some Benefits of Assisted Living

Intellectual Stimulation: More people and more activities than living alone at home. Caregivers assist but encourage participation in Activities of Daily Living.

Dining: More variety as menus are pre planned and consulted by a Nutritionist. Food is also prepared and served and caregivers encourage all residents to avoid missing meals

Safety: Caregiver on site 24/7. Interventions such as ambulatory aides, sensors, and call buttons used. Caregivers to maintain clutter free, trip hazard free spaces.

Active Lifestyle: Caregivers encourage physical activity. Physical activities are planned. In home PT/OT services.

Security: Cameras on site. Person on site. Careplan built for safety of resident.

Help with ADLs: Assistance with things like toileting, bathing, dressing and grooming, laundry and housekeeping.

Entertainment: Pre planned activities every month including live music, movies, arts, pet therapy, volunteers…

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