What is Assisted Living?

Assisted Living Services

For seniors who need daily assistance with everyday self-care activities, but also want to maintain as much independence as possible, an assisted living community is a suitable option. In addition to 24/7 care and support, residents can receive personal help with activities of daily living, such as bathing, getting dressed and medication management.

What Does Assisted Living Provide for Seniors?

One of the most appealing advantages of assisted living communities is the selection of convenient services and amenities available for residents. With housekeeping and maintenance included, seniors have more time and opportunities to enjoy a vibrant lifestyle, including signature Rhythms Life Enrichment programming and a diverse selection of chef-planned meals with fresh ingredients to enjoy each day. Here’s a list of additional typical assisted community features:

• Comfortable senior apartments, with several floor plans to choose from
• Emergency call cords and pendants
• Community gathering areas
• Wi-Fi for internet connection
• Transportation services
• Wellness and educational programs for personal growth and enrichment
• 24-hour maintenance services
• Assistance with daily living activities
• 24/7 access to health and medical services

Most communities offer varying levels of care to ensure that each person is receiving the assistance they need. Typically, assessments are done at regular intervals so that each resident has an updated individual plan of care in place.

Criteria for Assisted Living: When is the Right Time?

How do you know whether assisted living is right for you or your loved one? Everyone’s personal story and circumstances are unique so there is no clear answer. But in general, here are four signs that it might be time to consider an assisted living community. If you are researching for your loved one, ask yourself if they experience the following situations:

1. You need more support every day. If your finding it more difficult to manage activities of daily living and your family or friends aren’t able to help, the compassionate team at an assisted living community near you would be happy to support you.
2. You have safety concerns in your home. For older adults with limited mobility, staying safe at home could be an issue. If you’ve experienced a fall or there are safety hazards at home, such as loose rugs, no safety bars and several steps to climb, assisted living offers 24/7 senior care in case you need it.
3. You feel lonely or isolated. The best assisted living communities offer a variety of social, recreational and wellness activities to help keep you engaged and active.
4. You’re tired of home maintenance chores. Have you done your fair share of cleaning, cooking and laundry and ready for a change? You don’t have to spend time dealing with the burden of maintaining your home if you choose assisted living.

Purposeful Assisted Living Services in Pueblo West

At Cappella of Pueblo West, we offer all the convenient amenities of senior apartment living, enriching programs and activities, plus a daily helping hand to help residents enjoy life to its fullest. We invite you to see how Together Life Sings at our assisted living community by scheduling a personal tour of our assisted living community. Let us show you all Cappella of Pueblo West has to offer! Contact us today by completing the form below or giving us a call at 970-233-4631.