Retirement homes and assisted living facilities are very different. Knowing the difference between the forms of senior housing will allow you to make an informed decision about where you or your loved one will be living.
What is a retirement home?
Retirement homes are housing options for people who are retirement age. Most retirement homes require residents to be 55 or older.
Retirement homes come in different varieties, such as studios, one-bedroom apartments, and two-bedroom apartments.
Each retirement community offers different kinds of housing and amenities. Some offer a community garden, activities, a salon, a pool, a dog park, and more.
At this level of senior living, most communities do not offer medical care. However, they do offer a friendly community and freedom from home maintenance. Usually, you can hire a home healthcare service to assist you with your medical needs.
There are a variety of retirement homes and independent living communities, so there's sure to be one that fits your lifestyle. Some communities even offer amenities that are comparable with many of those offered by assisted living facilities.
What is assisted living?
Assisted living offers a level of medical care that retirement communities don't. These communities offer assistance with medication management, dressing, laundry, and transportation, among other things.
When moving into an assisted living facility, there will usually be a health and wellness check. A care plan will then be created based on your needs.
Peach Tree Retirement
Peach Tree Retirement Center is an independent living retirement home but offers similar amenities to most assisted living facilities. We provide weekly housekeeping, 3 meals a day, maintenance, and transportation. However, we do not provide any assistance with medication or healthcare.
Retirement Homes vs Assisted Living Facilities
As you can see, there is a variety of differences between assisted living and retirement communities. It's important to do the research to determine the best fit for you or your loved one.