Housing Options
• Independent Living
• Residential Care /
Assisted Living
• Intermediate Care
• Skilled Nursing
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What is
Independent Living? |
Essentially, independent living means experiencing life as everyone else does:
having opportunities to make decisions that affect one’s life and being able to pursue activities of one’s own choosing. Independent living has to do with genuine self-determination: assuming responsibility for, living with, and, most importantly, learning from the consequences of one’s decisions. |
Also known as:
- Home by Self
- Home with Family
- Home with In-home Care
- Mobile Home
- Apartment
- Retirement Center
- HUD Housing
- Senior Community
Who Licenses and Regulates Independent Living?
No regulations except age and/or income in some cases.
What Level of Care does Independent Living offer?
Levels of Care differ from place to place with Independent Living. Options can include (but not limited to): housekeeping, optional meal services (Meals on Wheels, one or more meals, one meal 5 days only), transportation, and activities. Any assistance with personal care is obtained through a private agency or a private source.
What payment options does Independent Living accept?
Types of payment are: Private Pay, SSI Funds (must qualify), and subsidized housing rates (must qualify). |
