FAQ
Understanding Senior Living Options
Frequently asked questions
A senior placement agency is a professional service that helps older adults and their families find the right senior living community based on individual needs, care requirements, budget, and personal preferences. Whether you're looking for independent living, assisted living, memory care, or board and care homes, a placement specialist provides local expertise, tours, and guidance at no cost to the family. Estate Treasures Senior Resource Group simplifies this process and offers compassionate, personalized support every step of the way.
Independent living is ideal for active seniors who want a maintenance-free lifestyle with access to amenities like meals, housekeeping, social activities, and transportation. Assisted living provides all of that plus support with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, medication management, and mobility. In short, independent living is for lifestyle; assisted living is for support and care.
Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living designed for individuals with Alzheimer's or other types of dementia. These communities offer structured routines, secure environments, and staff trained in cognitive care. While both provide assistance with daily living, memory care has enhanced safety features and programming focused on memory stimulation and behavior support.
Board and care homes are licensed residential homes that provide assisted living services in a smaller, more intimate setting typically for 6 to 10 residents. They offer personalized care and a family-like atmosphere, which may be a better fit for seniors who prefer quieter surroundings or need a higher level of individual attention than what's available in larger facilities.
Home health care involves skilled nursing or therapy services delivered in the comfort of a senior's home. It can include medical services, physical therapy, or short-term recovery support. While helpful, it may not provide around-the-clock care or supervision, making it a good supplement but not always a complete alternative to assisted living -- especially for those with complex needs.
Assisted living communities generally include three meals a day, housekeeping, laundry, 24-hour staff availability, assistance with daily tasks, medication management, scheduled transportation, wellness programs, and social activities. Some also provide beauty salons, fitness centers, and optional on-site medical services.
Knowing When It's Time
Frequently asked questions
A senior placement agency is a professional service that helps older adults and their families find the right senior living community based on individual needs, care requirements, budget, and personal preferences. Whether you're looking for independent living, assisted living, memory care, or board and care homes, a placement specialist provides local expertise, tours, and guidance at no cost to the family. Estate Treasures Senior Resource Group simplifies this process and offers compassionate, personalized support every step of the way.
Independent living is ideal for active seniors who want a maintenance-free lifestyle with access to amenities like meals, housekeeping, social activities, and transportation. Assisted living provides all of that plus support with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, medication management, and mobility. In short, independent living is for lifestyle; assisted living is for support and care.
Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living designed for individuals with Alzheimer's or other types of dementia. These communities offer structured routines, secure environments, and staff trained in cognitive care. While both provide assistance with daily living, memory care has enhanced safety features and programming focused on memory stimulation and behavior support.
Board and care homes are licensed residential homes that provide assisted living services in a smaller, more intimate setting typically for 6 to 10 residents. They offer personalized care and a family-like atmosphere, which may be a better fit for seniors who prefer quieter surroundings or need a higher level of individual attention than what's available in larger facilities.
Home health care involves skilled nursing or therapy services delivered in the comfort of a senior's home. It can include medical services, physical therapy, or short-term recovery support. While helpful, it may not provide around-the-clock care or supervision, making it a good supplement but not always a complete alternative to assisted living -- especially for those with complex needs.
Assisted living communities generally include three meals a day, housekeeping, laundry, 24-hour staff availability, assistance with daily tasks, medication management, scheduled transportation, wellness programs, and social activities. Some also provide beauty salons, fitness centers, and optional on-site medical services.