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8 TYPES OF SENIOR LIVING AND CARE 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. 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. Usually single family homes licensed to provide assistance with medications, bathing and dressing. 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. Communities licensed to provide health care and 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. 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. CCRC INDEPENDENT LIVING ASSISTED LIVING CARE HOMES MEMORY CARE NURSING/REHAB Communities licensed to provide care that falls between acute care and traditional skilled nursing home care, usually after or instead of hospitalization. SUB-ACUTE HOME CARE Various programs provide a range of geriatric day services, including social, nutrition, nursing, and rehab. DAY CARE HOSPICE Financial, health-related and other valuable products and services designed to meet the varying needs of mature adults. PRODUCTS & SERVICES APARTMENTS Independent living units with age requirements. Meal service, activity programs and services usually aren't included in the monthly rent. 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. CARE MANAGEMENT