Assisted Living Facilities are designed to provide housing, health care and personal care services to seniors in need of assistance with activities of daily living in a more independent environment than a traditional nursing home. To see a more detailed comparison between nursing homes and assisted living facilities, check out Choosing a Nursing Home or Assisted Living Facility

They are intended to provide a healthy and safe environment for senior residents.

Among assisted living communities there are many levels of care that may be provided. Some assisted living communities specialize in providing a supportive and safe environment for seniors who are largely independent but need some minor periodic assistance with activities of daily living or medication management.

Other assisted living providers have designed their services specifically for the very frail elderly who need a very high level of assistance on a daily basis. These assisted living facilities have become a substitute for nursing homes and frequently provide many, though not all, of the same care services as a skilled nursing facility. It is important to know what type of environment each assisted living community caters to so that your loved one will be most comfortable. For additional information check out how to choose an assisted living facility, or use our FREE detailed facility reports to compare options.

For immediate list of assisted living providers in your area, simply search the OurParents directory on this page.