INDUSTRY INSIGHT
SENIOR CARE
SPONSORED CONTENT
Benefits of Moving to a
Personal Care Community
Medication
Management
Activities
Years ago seniors had few options as they aged . They either stayed at home with their families or moved from the hospital into a skilled nursing home . Fortunately , the senior housing industry has changed . Today , Personal Care Homes or Senior Care Communities ( formerly assisted living communities ) are a great way for seniors to receive assistance while still maintaining their independence .
Unlike nursing homes , Personal Care Homes are bright , active , stimulating environments designed to help seniors live life to the fullest . Below are some of the benefits seniors will receive when they move to a senior community .
Say Goodbye to the Home Care Blues Gone are the days of calling a plumber to fix a leaking pipe or a toilet that won ’ t flush . Say goodbye to raking leaves in the fall , shoveling snow or cutting grass . Plus , keeping a home in good repair can be costly and burdensome for a senior and their family .
Medication Management With many seniors taking upwards of 6 -8 medications per day , it ’ s easy for a senior to become confused and perhaps hospitalized due to a medication error . Most personal care homes offer medication management services . And , although they may charge a fee for this service , the benefit of having an educated professional monitor their medications far outweighs the risk and complications that could arise .
Safety First Falls are a normal part of aging . As the body slows down , so does a senior ’ s mobility , balance and reaction abilities . Personal care communities are equipped to help eliminate injuries from falls , with safety bars , elevators , ramps , emergency alert systems , rehab services and staff trained in emergency response . Although no system is foolproof , you can take comfort in knowing that the appropriate precautions have been taken to reduce the risk of dangerous falls and to keep you or your loved one as safe as possible .
Activities Galore Similar to summer camp or a cruise , activities play a large part in the daily life at personal care communities . With a variety of activities each day , seniors can enjoy staying active with programs like : movie night , arts and crafts , cooking classes , and exercise class . Most communities also bring in professionals such as comedians , musicians , vocalists and speakers on various topics to entertain /
Peace of Mind educate residents .
Peace of Mind Most communities provide customized care plans for each of their residents . Factors such as the type or amount of care , selection of food , and services provided can be continually adjusted to ensure that you and your loved one receive customized care . You and your family will gain peace of mind knowing that there are people around 24 hours a day , seven days a week who are dedicated to maintaining your health and well-being .
While moving to a Personal Care community is an individual choice , millions of seniors and their families have decided that Personal Care is right for them .
If you or your loved one is considering a move to a senior living community , contact Juniper Village at Forest Hills to schedule a free lunch and tour . Let us show you how moving to a senior community may be the right choice for you !
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