Independent Living For Seniors

While getting older, seniors must often choose between living independently and living in an assisted home. But what are the difference? While living independently in their own community of familiarity, seniors are focused on socializing and self-care. They do not require any assistance with daily life tasks. However, in assisted homes, caregivers help seniors and elders with simple and daily life tasks because of their medical conditions while giving them their limited personal space. In assisted homes, they primary focus is health care. 

What factors some of the other differences between senior independent living or living in assisted homes? 

• Arrangements 

While living independently, you hold all the power to live life the way you wish. Besides this, you are not limited to any rules and regulations. Whereas, in assisted home, you are given independence, but to some extent you are bound by rules and regulations, with schedules that are not individually tailored. 

• Aging care

As for aging care, assisted homes are considered more appropriate for seniors who need special care all the time. Often due to medical conditions and illness, it is suggested that someone monitor them at all hours of the day. Independent living is best for those who can still handle day to day tasks and do not require daily medical care. This is a good option if you are physically fit and require minimal assistance with your daily tasks. 

• Services 

Seniors living independently might need to hire additional home care support services for tasks, such as home organization or any other task which may be too difficult to handle alone. However, at assisted living, all the services are provided by the organization, but the expense can be astronomical. These centers are best for those that need round the clock care. 

Ageing individuals who require some support with non-medical essential services van really benefit from non-medical assistants. Elder Friends Concierge Services, LLC., can provide all the in-home support services they may need, including Wellness Checks, Transitional Care, Home Organization, Pharmacy Pick Ups, Snowbird Home Care, Grocery Shopping, and Notary Services.