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8 TYPES OF SENIOR LIVING AND CARE Independent living with amenities such as meals, transportation and activities usually included in a monthly fee. 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. 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 communities. Communities licensed to provide health care & services involved in managing complex and potentially serious medical problems. Includes providers of licensed health care services in the home and companies that provide non-medical assistance with such tasks as bathing, dressing, meal preparation and transportation. INDEPENDENT LIVING ASSISTED LIVING MEMORY CARE NURSING/REHAB HOME CARE Private duty home care agencies are companies that provide home care aides, companion care, homemaker services and may provide nursing services in the client's home or place of residence. PRIVATE DUTY HOME CARE 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 issues. HOSPICE Usually single family homes licensed to provide assistance with medications, bathing and dressing. CARE HOMES Usually hospital-based programs that provide a range of geriatric psychiatric or mental health services in either an in-patient or outpatient basis. BEHAVIORAL HEALTH 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. CCRC Various programs provide a range of geriatric day services, including social, nutrition, nursing, and rehabilitation. DAY CARE Affordable Senior Housing (ASH) - HUD 202 Program that offers rental assistance for seniors who meet the requirements of the federal program. AFFORDABLE SENIOR HOUSING 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 with regard to health needs, housing choices and financial needs and then provide a recommended care plan.