The term ‘retirement home’ is often confused with ‘assisted living. People automatically assume that the two terms describe the same type of elderly or senior care, but they do not. The following will explore what the differences are between an assisted living community and a Retirement Home Westchester community.
The biggest difference between the two types of communities is the level of care that is provided. Elderly individuals who live in a retirement community are responsible for performing their own cooking, cleaning, and personal hygiene. They are also responsible for their medications.
When an individual lives in an assisted living community, they receive occasional care and help from a staff of skilled nurses and caretakers. Help can come in the form of cooking meals, getting dressed in the morning, or medication assistance.
Another difference between the two types of communities is transportation. Many individuals who live in a Retirement Home Westchester community are responsible for their own transportation. They take themselves to the store, doctor appointments, and other activities. Transportation can be given through public transportation systems or through a personal vehicle.
Those that live in an assisted living community will often have help with transportation. Individuals can schedule doctor appointments with the caretakers at the community, trips to the store, or other activities. Members of an assisted living community may also take advantage of public transportation or rides through friends and family members.
While there are many differences between an assisted living community and a retirement home community, there are some similarities. One similarity is the ability to live in a community surrounded by individuals of the same age. Both assisted living communities and retirement homes often require individuals to be over the age of 55.
Another similarity is the ability of the community to plan activities. Many retirement home communities, like The Country House, and assisted living communities plan multiple activities for residents to take part in. These activities can be daily, weekly, or monthly. The activities can range from playing cards to going to a play or musical.
Assisted living communities and retirement homes may be different, but they have some similarities.
