How Do I Find the Right Assisted Living Community?
Think about the services and amenities that bring value to your day. Make a wish list, highlight your top priorities and use it to guide which communities you visit first.
A Step-By-Step Guide to Finding the Right Assisted Living Community
Take the lead on your next chapter with confidence—knowing your next steps can make the move to assisted living feel smooth and empowering.
- Do you feel welcomed by staff?
- Are staff members friendly to you and the residents?
- Do the staff interact with one another in a friendly and professional manner?
- Are there any staff members who you aren’t permitted to meet?
- What sort of schedules do staff members follow?
- Is the community clean and organized?
- Does the building feel well kept and safe?
- Do the apartments have a homelike feel?
- Could you see yourself calling this place home?
- Does the food look appealing and healthy?
- Do the residents look like they are happy to be there?
- Are the residents interacting with each other in a friendly way?
- Do the activities offered at the community seem enjoyable to the residents?
- Does it seem like you'd easily find friends?
- Does each resident have a personalized care plan?
- Does the community provide a personal assessment before admitting new residents?
- Is there a visiting physician or are you allowed to coordinate outside (visiting) care?
- What is the community policy for handling emergency medical situations?
- How often does the community update family members?
- What is the community’s discharge policy?
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Start Your Journey Into Assisted Living
Before choosing a care level, connect with a senior living advisor. They can take time to learn about your needs and offer personalized guidance to help you explore your options. Their goal is to make the process easier—and give you confidence in your next step
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