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Choose Between Retirement Communities and Assisted Living in St. Louis

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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Choose Between Retirement Communities and Assisted Living in St. Louis

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  1. Choose Between Retirement Communities and Assisted Living in St. Louis www.stonecrestoftownandcountry.com

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 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

  6. 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.

  7. 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.

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