Frequently Asked Questions

Assisted living is a home-like care facility that provides long-term care to adults usually seniors, personal and medical assistance while maintaining their independence. Assistance with ambulation, bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting is provided as well as additional assistance, with medication management and non-care services such as housekeeping and transportation. Please refer to the About Us link for more details.

One of the major differences is that seniors in assisted living do not require skilled nursing services. Assisted living residents are generally seniors who remain relatively independent except for certain specific daily tasks such as ADLs (assistance with daily living) which includes ambulation, bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting.

Potential residents are evaluated on their cognitive and physical needs. This is accomplished by conducting an in-person assessment before accommodations are made to move in. During this time, the administrator along with a CNA/HHA staff member assess the potential resident’s motor skills, cognition, and mobility. This important step allows us to determine the level of care that he/she requires in order to determine if an assisted living is the best option. If the determination is made, a personalized care plan is developed.

Assisted living allows residents to "age in place" which means that services are adjusted to permit them to remain in a residential environment as long as possible. Third party providers are also an option to provide more care as well as additional staffing per the financial ability of the resident. If the level of care extends beyond what the facility can provide, we help with transferring your loved one to a more skilled facility if necessary.

The cost of an assisted living depends on many factors such as the size of the room, level of care, and amenities offered. Please refer to the contact us link for a tour to discuss pricing.

Most of our residents are private pay, however, we do accept Medicaid. Other supplemental funding includes but not limited to the following: VA benefits, Social Security, Savings, Insurance, and Pensions. Please be aware that Medicare does not pay for assisted living.

We highly encourage visitation from family and friends. We follow CDC guidelines as well as all state-mandated regulations. Each visit is accompanied by a questionnaire along with temperature checks. Masks are required upon entering the facility. Indoor and outdoor visits are welcome!

We encourage all our residents to participate in the menu planning while following nutritional guidelines. We encourage participation by obtaining requests from our residents and those requests are added to our weekly grocery list. It is our goal to ensure that all meals are palatable. Additionally, we have a monthly “top chef” friendly competition amongst the staff which the residents choose the winner and bragging rights are granted!

The reality is that this can be challenging in the beginning however, with the support of family, friends, and a caring loving environment, the transition can be a smooth one.  Honest communication with your loved one will enable them to understand the reason why they are being placed in a facility and reassurance that they will keep their independence while receiving care is helpful. A “home-like” environment is a major plus! Click here to hear what one of our residents had to say about transitioning to our assisted living facility.

One of the earliest signs that it may be time for assisted living is when loved ones have trouble with the following: mishandling of medication, frequent falls, memory loss, lack of companionship, loss of appetite, home becomes dangerous, neglected upkeep of the home, neglected financial obligations, and frequent medical care. Additionally, when a family member is no longer capable of providing care or supervision for their loved ones, an assisted living is the better option. Do not hesitate to research assisted living facilities as a timely decision to move your loved one is detrimental to their health and safety.