One of the biggest problems faced by loved ones and their family members is deciding on whether to choose assisted living or independent living. Some of them may even assume that assisted living and independent living are the same, though that is completely false. In a senior living community like Discovery Village At Alliance Town Center, the main difference between assisted and independent living options is the level of needs and expectations provided. The two communities have their very own unique rules and procedures, so it’s crucial to find a suitable living option that allows loved ones to achieve a higher quality of life. Here’s an overview of assisted vs. independent living.
Medical and General Care
The foremost reason loved ones are placed into an assisted living community is that they require daily assistance and are no longer as independent as before. Everyday responsibilities such as grooming and meal preparation may seem simple, but your loved ones may lose the ability to do these tasks by themselves. This is where assisted living comes in by providing caregivers who are well-trained to supervise and lend a helping hand whenever needed. Here at Discovery Village At Alliance Town Center, residents under our assisted living program receive 24/7 nursing care and an on-site medical team who offer a range of services, including medication and continence management, therapy sessions, and occasional health and wellness recommendations.
Compared to assisted living, independent living, as its name suggests, is suited for loved ones who can manage these tasks by themselves and do not require much help. Loved ones in an independent living community also tend to be relatively healthy and are trusted to get by the day safely. As such, they are given the freedom to roam around the community and do the things they love.
Amenities
Considering that loved ones in an assisted living community require more support, their living environment has to be specially designed to provide a safe yet comfortable living environment. This is evident through a number of features, such as medical alert buttons installed in the apartments and around-the-clock care. However, across the board, the amenities between assisted living and independent living do not differ much. For example, at Discovery Village At Alliance Town Center, all our residents have access to our complimentary activities and events schedule, transportation services, housekeeping and maintenance services, and more.
Lifestyle
In an assisted living community, the number one priority is to allow residents to get mentally, emotionally, and physically better each day in order to lead more fulfilling and rewarding lives. This is why our assisted living program gravitates towards more medical attention rather than recreational offerings. This is a huge contrast to independent living communities, where residents are encouraged to be more active and engaged, both physically and socially. Whether it’s taking part in activities and events or heading out to town, residents in an independent living community are given the resources to lead a maintenance-free and convenient lifestyle.
