Care Homes Center
Care homes are an alternative for seniors who want the services and support of an assisted living community but are looking for a smaller, more personal residential setting.
Below are some informational articles to help you learn more about what care homes have to offer and how to choose the best facility for your loved ones.
Care Homes Overview
For seniors who do not need or want 24-hour access to medical care, care homes and adult family homes can bridge the gap between completely independent living and an institutional care facility.
Care homes offer a more personal, familial atmosphere than other types of long-term care facilities. They provide attractive accommodations, professional care-giving services and extra security for a senior. Read more about Care Homes…
Checklist for Visiting a Senior Care Home
Knowing exactly what to look for when you visit a senior care home can help you make a sound decision and choose the right home for your needs. Visit our checklist for visiting a Senior Care Home…
Care Home Services
Care homes are an excellent choice for seniors who need an increased level of supervision. In many cases, residents of assisted living communities move into care homes when their needs exceed the level that can be provided at the community. Read more about Care Home Services…
Care Housing: Making the Transition
By now you’ve familiarized yourself with the many care housing options and shopped around for the best long-term care facility for your loved one’s needs. Moving day is just around the corner, and anxiety has begun to set in. So what now? Learn more about transitioning to Care Housing…
Adult Homes: What to Expect
Adult homes (sometimes called adult family home or personal care home) are single-family residences licensed to provide care for small groups of adults. Learn more about Adult Homes…
Domiciliary Care: What Is It?
Domiciliary care (or Dom Care) is a supervised living arrangement in a home-like environment for adults who are unable to live alone because of age related impairments or physical, mental or visual disabilities. Learn more about Domiciliary Care…
Adult Care Homes: Advantages
Adult care homes are private homes licensed by the state to care for from 2-8 residents. They offer an attractive living option for individuals who might benefit from a homelike setting with a small number of residents. Find out more about the advantages of Adult Care Homes…
Differentiating Care Homes from Other Senior Living Options
Care homes have become an increasingly common choice for seniors who require a higher level of care than assisted living communities can provide. Learn more about Differentiating Care Homes from other types of senior housing…
Common Features and Services of Care Homes
While every care home is unique in some way, such as its appearance, the background of its owners and the functional levels of current residents, there are many common features and services that you can anticipate. Learn more about the Common Features of Care Homes…
Adult Family Homes
Adult family homes are residential long-term care facilities that provide personal care services, as well as room and board for up to six adults. Find out more about Adult Family Homes…
Find Care Homes
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