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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. n INDEPENDENT LIVING Independent living communities with amenities such as meals, transpor tation and activities usually included in a monthly fee. n CONTINUING CARE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY CCRCs Offers a long-term continuing care contract that provides for independent living units, residential/assisted living services, and nursing care, usually in one location, and usually for a resident's lifetime. Most CCRCs require an entrance fee to be paid by the applicant upon admission along with monthly fees. n 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. n DAY CARE Various programs provide a range of geriatric day services, including social, nutrition, nursing, and rehab. n 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. n NURSING/REHAB Centers licensed to provide health care and services involved in managing complex and potentially serious medical problems. n REHABILITATION/SHORT-TERM Facilities approved to provide inpatient Rehabilitation Services (physical, occupational, speech, respiratory, etc.). Usually a short to intermediate stay, following hospitalization. n HOME CARE Includes providers of licensed health care services in the home, hospital or residential facility and companies that provide non-medical assistance. Also includes Personal Assistant Service agencies that provide home care aides, companion care, homemaker services and may provide nursing services in the client's place of residence. n SITTER SERVICE Services of sitters, aides or private duty nurses or therapists in the home, hospital or residential community. May include personal care assistance. n HOSPICE/PALLIATIVE CARE Hospice & Palliative Care focus on providing comfort. Services can include pain management and a variety of emotional, spiritual and physical support. Care can be provided in the home or a senior community. n PRODUCTS & SERVICES Financial, health-related and other valuable products and services designed to meet the varying needs of mature adults. 6