Choose Between Retirement Communities and Assisted Living in St. Louis

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Choose Between Retirement Communities and
Assisted Living in St. Louis

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Summary

• When seniors make a housing decision, they are
  faced with plenty of lifestyle decisions. If you
  are considering moving to a retirement community
  you will need to consider the amount of care you
  and your spouse may need.

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Independent Communities Or Assisted Living

• Those who can still perform daily tasks,
  independent living could be an ideal option for
  them. However, those who require a little more
  attention and assistance with everyday tasks,
  assisted living might be the better choice.
  Independent living is just like a retirement
  community that allows you to live the way you
  wish, without any interference. Nobody would tell
  you what to do, when to eat, when to wake up,
  where to go or when to go to bed. It is exactly
  like living in your home.

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Facilities Offered By Independent Retirement
Communities

• Chef-prepared meals served restaurant-style in a
  private dining room
• Scheduled activities and day-trips
• Transportation for appointments or outings
• 24 hour security
• Weekly housekeeping services
• Maintenance free apartments with fully equipped
  kitchens
• There are also many other communities that
  offer additional amenities like beauty shops,
  theatre rooms, pools, exercise rooms, and
  libraries. Additionally, some communities even
  offer physical therapy and home health care
  services.

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Facilities Offered By Assisted Living

• Assistance with personal care such as dressing,
  oral care and bathing
• Medication Administration
• Laundry Services
• Private dining rooms
• 24 hour security
• Transportation
• Libraries with online access
• 24/7 nursing staff
• Planned social activities
• 3 meals a day
• Housekeeping
• Lots of opportunities for informal socialization

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Assisted Living is a Choice For

• If you need help with performing everyday
  tasks, assisted living community could be the
  wisest choice. Make sure you check the condition
  of the facility and if they have all the
  important resources you or your loved one may
  need.

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Basic Tips to find a Good Assisted Living Facility

• When looking for an assisted living facility,
  it is essential to make sure that they are
  certified and inspected by the state.  A great
  way to do some preliminary research is to visit
  their website and check any reviews of the
  facility online.