When it comes to senior living options, there are a lot of different choices out there. One common question people have is what is the difference between assisted living and nursing homes? To decide between the two, it is important to understand the key differences between them.
Assisted Living Communities
Assisted living communities provide personal care in a home-like setting. This can include help with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and eating. Assisted living communities also provide social and recreational activities, as well as transportation services. They do not usually provide medical care. If residents need medical care, they will be referred to a home health agency or doctor.
Assisted living communities provide personal care in a home-like setting. This can include help with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and eating.
Nursing Homes
Nursing homes, or Skilled Nursing Home Care, provide medical and personal care in a clinical setting. This can include help with activities of daily living, as well as skilled nursing care and rehabilitation services. Nursing homes also provide social and recreational activities, as well as transportation services.
So, what is the main difference between assisted living and nursing homes? The biggest difference is that nursing homes provide medical and personal care in a clinical setting, while assisted living communities provide personal care in a home-like setting.
Avanti Senior Living
Avanti Senior Living is an assisted living community that uses a holistic approach to caring for residents. We provide social, recreational, and transportation services to help our residents lead active and fulfilling lives. We also offer a variety of amenities, such as:
-24-hour staffing
-Personalized care plans
-3 nutritious meals per day
-Housekeeping and laundry services
-Social and recreational activities
-Spa and salon services
If you are considering a move to an assisted living community that feels like home, we invite you to come and tour our community. We would be happy to answer any questions you may have about our community or the services we offer.