Have you recently been considering assisted living for yourself or a loved one? Assisted living is meant to be an affordable and inviting community away from home where those in their golden years can enjoy life while receiving the medical attention they need. Though this may sound like a fantastic idea, not everyone is suitable for assisted living.
In this blog post, we’ll discuss who may not be suited for this type of senior care, as well as alternatives to consider. Read on to gain insight into what scenarios make assisted living an inappropriate choice and potential options to consider in lieu of it.
Living with a Chronic Illness
The primary purpose of assisted living is to provide a safe and comfortable environment for older adults who can no longer manage their daily activities independently. Those with serious chronic illnesses or medical conditions requiring daily treatments may require more comprehensive care than many assisted living communities are able to provide.
Living with a Cognitive Impairment
Residents of assisted living communities must demonstrate they can perform basic tasks such as eating, bathing and keeping personal hygiene, dressing and completing the medications provided by their doctors. Those with cognitive impairments may require more comprehensive assistance than an assisted living community can provide.
Instead, opting for a memory care community may be a better option as these are specially designed to meet the needs of those living with Alzheimer’s, dementia, and other forms of memory loss.
Dangerous Behaviors
Assisted living communities strive to create safe and secure environments for their residents. Those with a history of dangerous or disruptive behaviors, such as aggression or violence, are not suitable for assisted living communities due to the safety risk posed to other residents. Those with such behaviors should seek specialized care from a nursing home that offers round-the-clock supervision and can provide the help they need.
Requires More Assistance
Assisted living communities will provide assistance with various activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation. However, those who need 24-hour care or require more comprehensive assistance than the basic services provided by assisted living communities may not be suitable candidates for senior living. Opting for a skilled nursing community may be a better choice for those requiring more intensive care.
Unwillingness to Participate
Assisted living communities are social environments, where residents should be willing to engage with other members of the community. While there may be a supportive environment with welcoming team members and residents, it is important for those considering assisted living to want to participate in the community and take advantage of the senior living amenities. If a person is unwilling or non-participative, there is very little value in them moving into an assisted living community.
Morada Grand Prairie is a premier assisted living community that provides comprehensive amenities, superior care, and compassionate service. Our team of professionals is dedicated to helping you or your loved ones with their daily needs and providing them with the highest level of safety, security, and independence.
Not only do we have exclusive lifestyle programs and amenities to enjoy, but we also have a full array of activities that our residents can take part in. Best of all, we keep our prices competitive and offer numerous payment options because we believe that everyone should have access to quality care.
