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12 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. 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 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 community 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. DAY CARE Various programs provide a range of geriatric day services, including social, nutrition, nursing, and rehab. CARE MANAGEMENT Offers 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. INDEPENDENT LIVING Independent living with amenities such as meals, transpor tation and activities usually included in a monthly fee. SITTER SERVICE Services of sitters, aides or private duty nurses or therapists in the home, hospital or residential community. May include personal care assistance. SUB-ACUTE Centers licensed to provide care that falls between acute care and traditional skilled nursing home care, usually after or instead of hospitalization. ACTIVE ADULT COMMUNITY Usually offer a choice of spacious homes rather than apart - ments, often with a clubhouse in which a variety of activities are planned for residents. Monthly fees may cover services such as housekeeping and maintenance, but meals are usually not included. AFFORDABLE SENIOR HOUSING HUD 202 Program that offers rental assistance for seniors who meet the requirements of the federal progam. PRODUCTS AND SERVICES Financial, health-related and other valuable products and services designed to meet the varying needs of mature adults.