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TYPES OF SENIOR LIVING AND CARE CCRC Continuing Care Retirement Community. Combine independent living, assisted living and nursing in a single setting. Normally requiring an entry fee, offering a living unit, meals, and health care, up to the nursing level. RETIREMENT Independent living with amenities such as meals, transportation 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. RESIDENTIAL CARE Usually single family homes licensed to provide assistance with medications, bathing and dressing. 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 facilities. NURSING/REHAB Communitiess licensed to provide health care and services involved in managing complex and potentially serious medical problems. REHAB Comprehensive rehabilitation services include inpatient and outpatient treatment designed to restore and strengthen abilities. SUB-ACUTE Facilities licensed to provide care that falls between acute care and traditional skilled nursing home care, usually after or instead of hospitalization. HOME CARE Includes providers of licensed health care services in the home, hospital or residential community and companies that provide non-medical assistance. DAY CARE Various programs provide a range of geriatric day services, including social, nutrition, nursing, and rehab. 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. CARE MANAGEMENT Offer services addressing a wide range of senior issues, such as selecting a senior residence, choosing in-home care providers, and various financial options. Typically care managers evaluate a senior's situation and financial needs and then provide a recommended care plan. BEHAVIORAL HEALTH Usually hospital-based programs that provide a range of geriatric psychiatric or mental health services in either an in-patient or outpatient basis. DENTIST A health professional who specializes in providing In-Home dental care for the elderly homebound, predominately geriatric patients. PHYSICIAN CARE Medical professionals who offer health services or referrals to match the special needs of patients. PRODUCTS & SERVICES Financial, health-related and other products and services designed to meet the varying needs of mature adults. 8