Portland Senior Living

PORTLAND SENIOR LIVING: AT A GLANCE presented by: SeniorHomes. om AGE DEMOGRAPHICS 85 years + 1.72 % Males 65+ comprise Females 65+ comprise 75 - 84 years 4.5 % 4.53% 7.03% 65 - 74 years 5.33 % 3.17 % of the population of the population 60 - 64 years 0-54 years 80.9 % 13.37 % & 1.58 % 35: 55 - 59 years 4.38 % are 62 and older are 65 and Older median age HOUSEHOLD STATS NON-FAMILY HOUSEHOLDS HOUSEHOLDER 47.06 % LIVING ALONE U4.57 % HOUSEHOLDER 65 YEARS + 9.01 % HOUSEHOLDS WITH INDIVIDUALS 65+ 19.68 % LARGEST SENIOR LIVING PROVIDERS AND THE NUMBER OF PROPERTIES 12 PROPERTIES 8 PROPERTIES 7 PROPERTIES 6 PROPERTIES 5 PROPERTIES 4 PROPERTIES HOLIDAY EMERITUS BONAVENTURE Senior Living BROOK DALE SENIOR LIVING SRG Farmington Centers, Inc. RETIREMENT -Senier Linie SENIOR RESOURCE GROUP FRONTIER MANAGEMENT Leisure Care Auidel LinagConsept, le. AVAMERE The Springs HAWTHORN2 RETIREMENT GROUP 2011 GENWORTH COST OF CARE SURVEY $21 $22 LICENSED HOMEMAKER HOURLY RATE (MEDIAN): LICENSED HOME HEALTH AIDE SERVICES HOURLY RATE (MEDIAN): ADULT DAY HEALTH CARE DAILY RATES (MEDIAN): SYU ASSISTED LIVING RATES NURSING HOMES RATES NURSING HOME RATES ONE BEDROOM / SEMI-PRIVATE ROOM PRIVATE ROOM SINGLE OCCUPANCY Daily Rate (Median): Daily Rate (Median): Monthly Rate (Median): $220 $239 $3.498 Annual Rate (Median): Annual Rate (Median): Annual Rate (Median): $41,970 $80.300 $87,381 PORTLAND NURSING HOME FACTS 31 Nursing homes listed in Portland, Oregon 1,953 67.5% Residents live in Occupancy rate in Nursing Homes Portland Nursing Homes Beds in 2,894 Portland, OR Nursing Homes SENIOR LIVING TERMS Adult Day Services - Respite care or ongoing services. Meals and care services in a community setting during the day while caregivers work or simply need a break. Adult Foster Homes - Personal and health care in private homes. Licensed, inspected and monitored by the Department of Human Services, Seniors and People with Disabilities and Area Agency on Aging offices. Alzheimer's Care Units - Focus on providing care to persons with Alzheimer's or dementia. Must adhere to additional regulations, such as monitoring systems to alert staff if a resident leaves the facility, secured outdoor areas, well lit indoor areas and visual contrasts to differentiate between doors, floors and walls. These facilities must offer programs related to gross motor skills, self care, socialization and sensory enhancement. Assisted Living Facilities - Provide housing and support services to six or more residents. Private, one or two-bedroom apartments with a kitchenette and private bath. All must be fully wheelchair-accessible. These facilities are NOT required to have licensed registered nurses on staff 24 hours per day. Staff to resident ratio typically lower than that required in nursing homes; specific qualifications of staff may vary. Continuing Care Retirement Communities - Independent living, assisted living/residential care facilities and nursing homes. Entrance fee along with regular charges (typically monthly). These facilities must register with the state, but only assisted living/residential care and nursing facilities located on the campus are regulated. Nursing Facilities - Licensed by the Department of Human Services, Seniors and People with Disabilities. Nursing facilities offer 24-hour on-site nursing care, on-site rehabilitation, restorative care, recuperation after surgery or illness and end-of-life care. Most appropriate for persons needing 24-hour medical care and a structured setting. Residential Care Facilities - Housing and supportive services for six or more residents. Residential care facilities do NOT provide 24-hour nursing care. Shared or private rooms available. Licensed and regulated by the Department of Human Services. Respite Care Services - Provide temporary relief to regular caregivers through companionship, light assistance, security and recreational activities. Services are provided in the person's home, in a group setting outside of the home or in an overnight residential setting. Retirement Homes/Complexes/Communities - Designed for persons able to live independently but who choose not to maintain their own homes. These facilities and communities often house people of a similar age and with similar interests. © 2011 SeniorHomes.com 4111 4111 411111 1111111I 111111111111 PORTLAND SENIOR LIVING: AT A GLANCE presented by: SeniorHomes. om AGE DEMOGRAPHICS 85 years + 1.72 % Males 65+ comprise Females 65+ comprise 75 - 84 years 4.5 % 4.53% 7.03% 65 - 74 years 5.33 % 3.17 % of the population of the population 60 - 64 years 0-54 years 80.9 % 13.37 % & 1.58 % 35: 55 - 59 years 4.38 % are 62 and older are 65 and Older median age HOUSEHOLD STATS NON-FAMILY HOUSEHOLDS HOUSEHOLDER 47.06 % LIVING ALONE U4.57 % HOUSEHOLDER 65 YEARS + 9.01 % HOUSEHOLDS WITH INDIVIDUALS 65+ 19.68 % LARGEST SENIOR LIVING PROVIDERS AND THE NUMBER OF PROPERTIES 12 PROPERTIES 8 PROPERTIES 7 PROPERTIES 6 PROPERTIES 5 PROPERTIES 4 PROPERTIES HOLIDAY EMERITUS BONAVENTURE Senior Living BROOK DALE SENIOR LIVING SRG Farmington Centers, Inc. RETIREMENT -Senier Linie SENIOR RESOURCE GROUP FRONTIER MANAGEMENT Leisure Care Auidel LinagConsept, le. AVAMERE The Springs HAWTHORN2 RETIREMENT GROUP 2011 GENWORTH COST OF CARE SURVEY $21 $22 LICENSED HOMEMAKER HOURLY RATE (MEDIAN): LICENSED HOME HEALTH AIDE SERVICES HOURLY RATE (MEDIAN): ADULT DAY HEALTH CARE DAILY RATES (MEDIAN): SYU ASSISTED LIVING RATES NURSING HOMES RATES NURSING HOME RATES ONE BEDROOM / SEMI-PRIVATE ROOM PRIVATE ROOM SINGLE OCCUPANCY Daily Rate (Median): Daily Rate (Median): Monthly Rate (Median): $220 $239 $3.498 Annual Rate (Median): Annual Rate (Median): Annual Rate (Median): $41,970 $80.300 $87,381 PORTLAND NURSING HOME FACTS 31 Nursing homes listed in Portland, Oregon 1,953 67.5% Residents live in Occupancy rate in Nursing Homes Portland Nursing Homes Beds in 2,894 Portland, OR Nursing Homes SENIOR LIVING TERMS Adult Day Services - Respite care or ongoing services. Meals and care services in a community setting during the day while caregivers work or simply need a break. Adult Foster Homes - Personal and health care in private homes. Licensed, inspected and monitored by the Department of Human Services, Seniors and People with Disabilities and Area Agency on Aging offices. Alzheimer's Care Units - Focus on providing care to persons with Alzheimer's or dementia. Must adhere to additional regulations, such as monitoring systems to alert staff if a resident leaves the facility, secured outdoor areas, well lit indoor areas and visual contrasts to differentiate between doors, floors and walls. These facilities must offer programs related to gross motor skills, self care, socialization and sensory enhancement. Assisted Living Facilities - Provide housing and support services to six or more residents. Private, one or two-bedroom apartments with a kitchenette and private bath. All must be fully wheelchair-accessible. These facilities are NOT required to have licensed registered nurses on staff 24 hours per day. Staff to resident ratio typically lower than that required in nursing homes; specific qualifications of staff may vary. Continuing Care Retirement Communities - Independent living, assisted living/residential care facilities and nursing homes. Entrance fee along with regular charges (typically monthly). These facilities must register with the state, but only assisted living/residential care and nursing facilities located on the campus are regulated. Nursing Facilities - Licensed by the Department of Human Services, Seniors and People with Disabilities. Nursing facilities offer 24-hour on-site nursing care, on-site rehabilitation, restorative care, recuperation after surgery or illness and end-of-life care. Most appropriate for persons needing 24-hour medical care and a structured setting. Residential Care Facilities - Housing and supportive services for six or more residents. Residential care facilities do NOT provide 24-hour nursing care. Shared or private rooms available. Licensed and regulated by the Department of Human Services. Respite Care Services - Provide temporary relief to regular caregivers through companionship, light assistance, security and recreational activities. Services are provided in the person's home, in a group setting outside of the home or in an overnight residential setting. Retirement Homes/Complexes/Communities - Designed for persons able to live independently but who choose not to maintain their own homes. These facilities and communities often house people of a similar age and with similar interests. © 2011 SeniorHomes.com 4111 4111 411111 1111111I 111111111111 PORTLAND SENIOR LIVING: AT A GLANCE presented by: SeniorHomes. om AGE DEMOGRAPHICS 85 years + 1.72 % Males 65+ comprise Females 65+ comprise 75 - 84 years 4.5 % 4.53% 7.03% 65 - 74 years 5.33 % 3.17 % of the population of the population 60 - 64 years 0-54 years 80.9 % 13.37 % & 1.58 % 35: 55 - 59 years 4.38 % are 62 and older are 65 and Older median age HOUSEHOLD STATS NON-FAMILY HOUSEHOLDS HOUSEHOLDER 47.06 % LIVING ALONE U4.57 % HOUSEHOLDER 65 YEARS + 9.01 % HOUSEHOLDS WITH INDIVIDUALS 65+ 19.68 % LARGEST SENIOR LIVING PROVIDERS AND THE NUMBER OF PROPERTIES 12 PROPERTIES 8 PROPERTIES 7 PROPERTIES 6 PROPERTIES 5 PROPERTIES 4 PROPERTIES HOLIDAY EMERITUS BONAVENTURE Senior Living BROOK DALE SENIOR LIVING SRG Farmington Centers, Inc. RETIREMENT -Senier Linie SENIOR RESOURCE GROUP FRONTIER MANAGEMENT Leisure Care Auidel LinagConsept, le. AVAMERE The Springs HAWTHORN2 RETIREMENT GROUP 2011 GENWORTH COST OF CARE SURVEY $21 $22 LICENSED HOMEMAKER HOURLY RATE (MEDIAN): LICENSED HOME HEALTH AIDE SERVICES HOURLY RATE (MEDIAN): ADULT DAY HEALTH CARE DAILY RATES (MEDIAN): SYU ASSISTED LIVING RATES NURSING HOMES RATES NURSING HOME RATES ONE BEDROOM / SEMI-PRIVATE ROOM PRIVATE ROOM SINGLE OCCUPANCY Daily Rate (Median): Daily Rate (Median): Monthly Rate (Median): $220 $239 $3.498 Annual Rate (Median): Annual Rate (Median): Annual Rate (Median): $41,970 $80.300 $87,381 PORTLAND NURSING HOME FACTS 31 Nursing homes listed in Portland, Oregon 1,953 67.5% Residents live in Occupancy rate in Nursing Homes Portland Nursing Homes Beds in 2,894 Portland, OR Nursing Homes SENIOR LIVING TERMS Adult Day Services - Respite care or ongoing services. Meals and care services in a community setting during the day while caregivers work or simply need a break. Adult Foster Homes - Personal and health care in private homes. Licensed, inspected and monitored by the Department of Human Services, Seniors and People with Disabilities and Area Agency on Aging offices. Alzheimer's Care Units - Focus on providing care to persons with Alzheimer's or dementia. Must adhere to additional regulations, such as monitoring systems to alert staff if a resident leaves the facility, secured outdoor areas, well lit indoor areas and visual contrasts to differentiate between doors, floors and walls. These facilities must offer programs related to gross motor skills, self care, socialization and sensory enhancement. Assisted Living Facilities - Provide housing and support services to six or more residents. Private, one or two-bedroom apartments with a kitchenette and private bath. All must be fully wheelchair-accessible. These facilities are NOT required to have licensed registered nurses on staff 24 hours per day. Staff to resident ratio typically lower than that required in nursing homes; specific qualifications of staff may vary. Continuing Care Retirement Communities - Independent living, assisted living/residential care facilities and nursing homes. Entrance fee along with regular charges (typically monthly). These facilities must register with the state, but only assisted living/residential care and nursing facilities located on the campus are regulated. Nursing Facilities - Licensed by the Department of Human Services, Seniors and People with Disabilities. Nursing facilities offer 24-hour on-site nursing care, on-site rehabilitation, restorative care, recuperation after surgery or illness and end-of-life care. Most appropriate for persons needing 24-hour medical care and a structured setting. Residential Care Facilities - Housing and supportive services for six or more residents. Residential care facilities do NOT provide 24-hour nursing care. Shared or private rooms available. Licensed and regulated by the Department of Human Services. Respite Care Services - Provide temporary relief to regular caregivers through companionship, light assistance, security and recreational activities. Services are provided in the person's home, in a group setting outside of the home or in an overnight residential setting. Retirement Homes/Complexes/Communities - Designed for persons able to live independently but who choose not to maintain their own homes. These facilities and communities often house people of a similar age and with similar interests. © 2011 SeniorHomes.com 4111 4111 411111 1111111I 111111111111 PORTLAND SENIOR LIVING: AT A GLANCE presented by: SeniorHomes. om AGE DEMOGRAPHICS 85 years + 1.72 % Males 65+ comprise Females 65+ comprise 75 - 84 years 4.5 % 4.53% 7.03% 65 - 74 years 5.33 % 3.17 % of the population of the population 60 - 64 years 0-54 years 80.9 % 13.37 % & 1.58 % 35: 55 - 59 years 4.38 % are 62 and older are 65 and Older median age HOUSEHOLD STATS NON-FAMILY HOUSEHOLDS HOUSEHOLDER 47.06 % LIVING ALONE U4.57 % HOUSEHOLDER 65 YEARS + 9.01 % HOUSEHOLDS WITH INDIVIDUALS 65+ 19.68 % LARGEST SENIOR LIVING PROVIDERS AND THE NUMBER OF PROPERTIES 12 PROPERTIES 8 PROPERTIES 7 PROPERTIES 6 PROPERTIES 5 PROPERTIES 4 PROPERTIES HOLIDAY EMERITUS BONAVENTURE Senior Living BROOK DALE SENIOR LIVING SRG Farmington Centers, Inc. RETIREMENT -Senier Linie SENIOR RESOURCE GROUP FRONTIER MANAGEMENT Leisure Care Auidel LinagConsept, le. AVAMERE The Springs HAWTHORN2 RETIREMENT GROUP 2011 GENWORTH COST OF CARE SURVEY $21 $22 LICENSED HOMEMAKER HOURLY RATE (MEDIAN): LICENSED HOME HEALTH AIDE SERVICES HOURLY RATE (MEDIAN): ADULT DAY HEALTH CARE DAILY RATES (MEDIAN): SYU ASSISTED LIVING RATES NURSING HOMES RATES NURSING HOME RATES ONE BEDROOM / SEMI-PRIVATE ROOM PRIVATE ROOM SINGLE OCCUPANCY Daily Rate (Median): Daily Rate (Median): Monthly Rate (Median): $220 $239 $3.498 Annual Rate (Median): Annual Rate (Median): Annual Rate (Median): $41,970 $80.300 $87,381 PORTLAND NURSING HOME FACTS 31 Nursing homes listed in Portland, Oregon 1,953 67.5% Residents live in Occupancy rate in Nursing Homes Portland Nursing Homes Beds in 2,894 Portland, OR Nursing Homes SENIOR LIVING TERMS Adult Day Services - Respite care or ongoing services. Meals and care services in a community setting during the day while caregivers work or simply need a break. Adult Foster Homes - Personal and health care in private homes. Licensed, inspected and monitored by the Department of Human Services, Seniors and People with Disabilities and Area Agency on Aging offices. Alzheimer's Care Units - Focus on providing care to persons with Alzheimer's or dementia. Must adhere to additional regulations, such as monitoring systems to alert staff if a resident leaves the facility, secured outdoor areas, well lit indoor areas and visual contrasts to differentiate between doors, floors and walls. These facilities must offer programs related to gross motor skills, self care, socialization and sensory enhancement. Assisted Living Facilities - Provide housing and support services to six or more residents. Private, one or two-bedroom apartments with a kitchenette and private bath. All must be fully wheelchair-accessible. These facilities are NOT required to have licensed registered nurses on staff 24 hours per day. Staff to resident ratio typically lower than that required in nursing homes; specific qualifications of staff may vary. Continuing Care Retirement Communities - Independent living, assisted living/residential care facilities and nursing homes. Entrance fee along with regular charges (typically monthly). These facilities must register with the state, but only assisted living/residential care and nursing facilities located on the campus are regulated. Nursing Facilities - Licensed by the Department of Human Services, Seniors and People with Disabilities. Nursing facilities offer 24-hour on-site nursing care, on-site rehabilitation, restorative care, recuperation after surgery or illness and end-of-life care. Most appropriate for persons needing 24-hour medical care and a structured setting. Residential Care Facilities - Housing and supportive services for six or more residents. Residential care facilities do NOT provide 24-hour nursing care. Shared or private rooms available. Licensed and regulated by the Department of Human Services. Respite Care Services - Provide temporary relief to regular caregivers through companionship, light assistance, security and recreational activities. Services are provided in the person's home, in a group setting outside of the home or in an overnight residential setting. Retirement Homes/Complexes/Communities - Designed for persons able to live independently but who choose not to maintain their own homes. These facilities and communities often house people of a similar age and with similar interests. © 2011 SeniorHomes.com 4111 4111 411111 1111111I 111111111111 PORTLAND SENIOR LIVING: AT A GLANCE presented by: SeniorHomes. om AGE DEMOGRAPHICS 85 years + 1.72 % Males 65+ comprise Females 65+ comprise 75 - 84 years 4.5 % 4.53% 7.03% 65 - 74 years 5.33 % 3.17 % of the population of the population 60 - 64 years 0-54 years 80.9 % 13.37 % & 1.58 % 35: 55 - 59 years 4.38 % are 62 and older are 65 and Older median age HOUSEHOLD STATS NON-FAMILY HOUSEHOLDS HOUSEHOLDER 47.06 % LIVING ALONE U4.57 % HOUSEHOLDER 65 YEARS + 9.01 % HOUSEHOLDS WITH INDIVIDUALS 65+ 19.68 % LARGEST SENIOR LIVING PROVIDERS AND THE NUMBER OF PROPERTIES 12 PROPERTIES 8 PROPERTIES 7 PROPERTIES 6 PROPERTIES 5 PROPERTIES 4 PROPERTIES HOLIDAY EMERITUS BONAVENTURE Senior Living BROOK DALE SENIOR LIVING SRG Farmington Centers, Inc. RETIREMENT -Senier Linie SENIOR RESOURCE GROUP FRONTIER MANAGEMENT Leisure Care Auidel LinagConsept, le. AVAMERE The Springs HAWTHORN2 RETIREMENT GROUP 2011 GENWORTH COST OF CARE SURVEY $21 $22 LICENSED HOMEMAKER HOURLY RATE (MEDIAN): LICENSED HOME HEALTH AIDE SERVICES HOURLY RATE (MEDIAN): ADULT DAY HEALTH CARE DAILY RATES (MEDIAN): SYU ASSISTED LIVING RATES NURSING HOMES RATES NURSING HOME RATES ONE BEDROOM / SEMI-PRIVATE ROOM PRIVATE ROOM SINGLE OCCUPANCY Daily Rate (Median): Daily Rate (Median): Monthly Rate (Median): $220 $239 $3.498 Annual Rate (Median): Annual Rate (Median): Annual Rate (Median): $41,970 $80.300 $87,381 PORTLAND NURSING HOME FACTS 31 Nursing homes listed in Portland, Oregon 1,953 67.5% Residents live in Occupancy rate in Nursing Homes Portland Nursing Homes Beds in 2,894 Portland, OR Nursing Homes SENIOR LIVING TERMS Adult Day Services - Respite care or ongoing services. Meals and care services in a community setting during the day while caregivers work or simply need a break. Adult Foster Homes - Personal and health care in private homes. Licensed, inspected and monitored by the Department of Human Services, Seniors and People with Disabilities and Area Agency on Aging offices. Alzheimer's Care Units - Focus on providing care to persons with Alzheimer's or dementia. Must adhere to additional regulations, such as monitoring systems to alert staff if a resident leaves the facility, secured outdoor areas, well lit indoor areas and visual contrasts to differentiate between doors, floors and walls. These facilities must offer programs related to gross motor skills, self care, socialization and sensory enhancement. Assisted Living Facilities - Provide housing and support services to six or more residents. Private, one or two-bedroom apartments with a kitchenette and private bath. All must be fully wheelchair-accessible. These facilities are NOT required to have licensed registered nurses on staff 24 hours per day. Staff to resident ratio typically lower than that required in nursing homes; specific qualifications of staff may vary. Continuing Care Retirement Communities - Independent living, assisted living/residential care facilities and nursing homes. Entrance fee along with regular charges (typically monthly). These facilities must register with the state, but only assisted living/residential care and nursing facilities located on the campus are regulated. Nursing Facilities - Licensed by the Department of Human Services, Seniors and People with Disabilities. Nursing facilities offer 24-hour on-site nursing care, on-site rehabilitation, restorative care, recuperation after surgery or illness and end-of-life care. Most appropriate for persons needing 24-hour medical care and a structured setting. Residential Care Facilities - Housing and supportive services for six or more residents. Residential care facilities do NOT provide 24-hour nursing care. Shared or private rooms available. Licensed and regulated by the Department of Human Services. Respite Care Services - Provide temporary relief to regular caregivers through companionship, light assistance, security and recreational activities. Services are provided in the person's home, in a group setting outside of the home or in an overnight residential setting. Retirement Homes/Complexes/Communities - Designed for persons able to live independently but who choose not to maintain their own homes. These facilities and communities often house people of a similar age and with similar interests. © 2011 SeniorHomes.com 4111 4111 411111 1111111I 111111111111 PORTLAND SENIOR LIVING: AT A GLANCE presented by: SeniorHomes. om AGE DEMOGRAPHICS 85 years + 1.72 % Males 65+ comprise Females 65+ comprise 75 - 84 years 4.5 % 4.53% 7.03% 65 - 74 years 5.33 % 3.17 % of the population of the population 60 - 64 years 0-54 years 80.9 % 13.37 % & 1.58 % 35: 55 - 59 years 4.38 % are 62 and older are 65 and Older median age HOUSEHOLD STATS NON-FAMILY HOUSEHOLDS HOUSEHOLDER 47.06 % LIVING ALONE U4.57 % HOUSEHOLDER 65 YEARS + 9.01 % HOUSEHOLDS WITH INDIVIDUALS 65+ 19.68 % LARGEST SENIOR LIVING PROVIDERS AND THE NUMBER OF PROPERTIES 12 PROPERTIES 8 PROPERTIES 7 PROPERTIES 6 PROPERTIES 5 PROPERTIES 4 PROPERTIES HOLIDAY EMERITUS BONAVENTURE Senior Living BROOK DALE SENIOR LIVING SRG Farmington Centers, Inc. RETIREMENT -Senier Linie SENIOR RESOURCE GROUP FRONTIER MANAGEMENT Leisure Care Auidel LinagConsept, le. AVAMERE The Springs HAWTHORN2 RETIREMENT GROUP 2011 GENWORTH COST OF CARE SURVEY $21 $22 LICENSED HOMEMAKER HOURLY RATE (MEDIAN): LICENSED HOME HEALTH AIDE SERVICES HOURLY RATE (MEDIAN): ADULT DAY HEALTH CARE DAILY RATES (MEDIAN): SYU ASSISTED LIVING RATES NURSING HOMES RATES NURSING HOME RATES ONE BEDROOM / SEMI-PRIVATE ROOM PRIVATE ROOM SINGLE OCCUPANCY Daily Rate (Median): Daily Rate (Median): Monthly Rate (Median): $220 $239 $3.498 Annual Rate (Median): Annual Rate (Median): Annual Rate (Median): $41,970 $80.300 $87,381 PORTLAND NURSING HOME FACTS 31 Nursing homes listed in Portland, Oregon 1,953 67.5% Residents live in Occupancy rate in Nursing Homes Portland Nursing Homes Beds in 2,894 Portland, OR Nursing Homes SENIOR LIVING TERMS Adult Day Services - Respite care or ongoing services. Meals and care services in a community setting during the day while caregivers work or simply need a break. Adult Foster Homes - Personal and health care in private homes. Licensed, inspected and monitored by the Department of Human Services, Seniors and People with Disabilities and Area Agency on Aging offices. Alzheimer's Care Units - Focus on providing care to persons with Alzheimer's or dementia. Must adhere to additional regulations, such as monitoring systems to alert staff if a resident leaves the facility, secured outdoor areas, well lit indoor areas and visual contrasts to differentiate between doors, floors and walls. These facilities must offer programs related to gross motor skills, self care, socialization and sensory enhancement. Assisted Living Facilities - Provide housing and support services to six or more residents. Private, one or two-bedroom apartments with a kitchenette and private bath. All must be fully wheelchair-accessible. These facilities are NOT required to have licensed registered nurses on staff 24 hours per day. Staff to resident ratio typically lower than that required in nursing homes; specific qualifications of staff may vary. Continuing Care Retirement Communities - Independent living, assisted living/residential care facilities and nursing homes. Entrance fee along with regular charges (typically monthly). These facilities must register with the state, but only assisted living/residential care and nursing facilities located on the campus are regulated. Nursing Facilities - Licensed by the Department of Human Services, Seniors and People with Disabilities. Nursing facilities offer 24-hour on-site nursing care, on-site rehabilitation, restorative care, recuperation after surgery or illness and end-of-life care. Most appropriate for persons needing 24-hour medical care and a structured setting. Residential Care Facilities - Housing and supportive services for six or more residents. Residential care facilities do NOT provide 24-hour nursing care. Shared or private rooms available. Licensed and regulated by the Department of Human Services. Respite Care Services - Provide temporary relief to regular caregivers through companionship, light assistance, security and recreational activities. Services are provided in the person's home, in a group setting outside of the home or in an overnight residential setting. Retirement Homes/Complexes/Communities - Designed for persons able to live independently but who choose not to maintain their own homes. These facilities and communities often house people of a similar age and with similar interests. © 2011 SeniorHomes.com 4111 4111 411111 1111111I 111111111111