It’s easy to get overwhelmed when it comes time to make big decisions. One of the biggest and most difficult could be introducing your loved one to a senior living community. There are a lot of different options and just as many anxieties. Each type of service offered at senior living facilities is designed to meet the unique needs and preferences of the individual.
The programs offered at The Windsor Senior Living Community are tailored around the individual looking to join. With a plethora of amenities and options, we make sure your loved one has everything they need to thrive. We also strive to make sure you have the necessary tools to make an informed decision. To help you better navigate the options we offer, let’s take a closer look at the unique living options we offer.
Independent Living For Adults
Independent living is very similar to assisted living. The key difference is that seniors in an independent living community are able to perform most day-to-day tasks and don’t require outside assistance to live on their own. Tasks like meal prepping and light housekeeping are included in the facility costs. Although some residents might opt in for a meal plan or housekeeping services, you are still free to cook your own meals at your own leisure. Seniors living in independent facilities are also are given convenient transportation to doctor’s appointments, activities, and community outings with other members!
Assisted Living Facilities
Assisted living is a step up in terms of service and care compared to independent living. These assisted living options are catered to the more elderly seniors who may need help with daily tasks such as house care, meal preparation, medication maintenance, bathing, dressing, and other forms of assistance. Even though the rendered services vary in degree, assisted living residents have their apartment on the same floor as independent living residents. Residents requiring assisted living services are treated in the privacy of their own apartment.
How Do You Choose Between The Two?
As you make an assessment as to which form of care is the most appropriate for your loved one, it is imperative you discuss each option thoroughly. Take your loved one’s needs and interests in mind so they can maintain the lifestyle that suits them best. Autonomy is a sensitive subject for some, so it’s important to remind your loved one that both options are full of benefits to help them live an active lifestyle. If you want to know more, don’t wait to schedule a tour today!
If your loved one is in relatively good health and mobile on their own, then independent living might be more suitable than assisted living. However, if assistance is needed when it comes to medicine or daily tasks, it might be more reasonable to choose a different option. That’s where our assisted living facility in Covington comes in. If you have any questions about what the right move might be, don’t hesitate to contact Windsor Senior Living at (985) 624-8040 or fill out a form online. Our experts are standing by to help you with whatever questions you may have.