New LifeStyles - Chicago

Winter/Spring 2020

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TYPES OF SENIOR LIVING AND CARE The following are definitions of the types of Senior Living and Care found in New LifeStyles. Sections are color-coded for easy reference on the index. ■ INDEPENDENT LIVING Independent living communities with amenities such as meals, transpor tation and activities usually included in a monthly fee. ■ ASSISTED LIVING A combination of housing, personalized supportive services and health care, designed to meet the needs of those needing help with the activities of daily living. ■ SUPPORTIVE LIVING Offers services/assistance and amenities of a market rate community, but with financial assistance. ■ DAY CARE Various programs provide a range of geriatric day services, including social, nutrition, nursing, and rehab. ■ MEMORY CARE Communities offering specialized programs for residents suffering from Alzheimer's disease or other forms of memory loss. These programs can be offered by Residential, Assisted Living or Nursing Centers. ■ NURSING/REHAB Centers licensed to provide health care and services involved in managing complex and potentially serious medical problems. ■ HOME CARE Includes providers of licensed health care services in the home, hospital or residential facility and companies that provide non-medical assistance. ■ HOSPICE Hospice care may be provided in the home or a senior care community. Services can include pain management and a variety of emotional, spiritual and physical support. ■ PRODUCTS & SERVICES Financial, health-related and other valuable products and services designed to meet the varying needs of mature adults. ■ MEDICAL EQUIPMENT Companies, which rent or sell durable medical equipment and supplies. Outpatient care - Freestanding facilities that provide outpatient care and services. 6

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