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What
is Assisted Living?
Assisted Living is a special combination of housing,
personalized services and health care designed for
older adults who may require some help with Activities
of Daily Living (ADLs), but who do not need skilled
medical care. Assisted Living promotes maximum independence,
freedom of choice, privacy, dignity and encourages
the involvement of an individual's family and friends.
Professional assistance by a trained staff is tailored
to each individual's needs.
Who
Lives in Assisted Living Residences?
Assisted Living is ideal for older adults who can
not or do not wish to live alone, and want the assurance
that assistance is nearby if needed. Some facilities
are designed to accommodate residents with Alzheimer's
disease or related illnesses.
Where
are Assisted Living Residences Located?
Residences may be free standing or housed with
other residential options, such as independent living
or nursing home care. They may be operated by non-profit
or for-profit companies.
Most facilities have between 25 and 120 units.
Units may vary in size from one room to a full apartment.
Is
Assisted Living Regulated?
Assisted Living licensure requirements vary from
state to state. Contact your State Department of
Health to ensure a facility is licensed to provide
assisted living services. Most ALF staffs are specially
trained because of state requirements or an ALF
policy. Some states require special staff certification
and training. The facilities must comply with local
building codes and fire safety regulations.
What
Types of Services are Offered in Assisted Living
Residences?
Services provided in Assisted Living Facilities
usually include:
- Three meals a day served in a common dining
area
- Housekeeping services
- Transportation Services
- Daily assistance with eating, bathing, dressing,
etc.
- 24-hour security and staff availability
- Emergency call systems
- Health, wellness and exercise programs
- Medication management
- Laundry services
- Social and recreational activities
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What
Costs are Involved?
Costs vary with type of ALF, room size and types
of services needed by an individual. Daily basic
fees can range from approximately $50 to $100, which
is generally less than the cost of home health services
or nursing home care. Some ALFs charge month-to-month
rates. This basic fee may cover all services or
there may be additional charges for special services.
Who
Pays the Bill for an Assisted Living Residence?
Residents or their families generally pay for the
cost of care with their own financial resources.
An individual's health insurance program or long-term
care policy may reimburse costs. Some state and
local governments offer subsidies for rent or services
for low income elders. Others may provide subsidies
in the form of an additional payment for those who
receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Medicaid.
Some states also utilize Medicaid waiver programs
to help pay for assisted living services.
How
do I Locate a Nearby Assisted Living Residence?
Contact your local hospital for a referral list
of area ALFs. Contact your local area agency on
aging, which is usually listed in the blue pages
of the telephone directory. Check your public library
for the National Directory of Retirement Facilities.
The Saint Barnabas Health Care
System Assisted Living Residence gives tenants and
families peace of mind that help is nearby-if needed.
We offer affordable, assisted living for seniors
who want to maintain an independent lifestyle, but
need some assistance with day-to-day living. For
many, it is a way to meet almost any need while
still living a full life.
Saint Barnabas Health Care
System Assisted Living Residences
Saint
Barnabas Assisted Living at Lakewood
77 Williams Street
Lakewood, NJ 08701
(732) 363-8505
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