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Q: How do I choose a senior living community?

After deciding a move into a senior living community is the best option for you or your family member, you will need to determine what type of community will best suit your lifestyle. Determining which level of care will best meet your needs can help you narrow down your list of potential communities. When touring a senior living community, review these helpful tips to help you walk through the process and make the best decision for yourself and/or your loved one. Some important notes to consider: Before touring a potential community, create a checklist listing services and amenities you would like in a community. Take into consideration the location of a senior living community. Is it near your current community? Will loved ones be able to visit regularly? Will you be able to visit them? If possible, bring a family member with you on a community tour. Ask questions and be vocal about what you are thinking and feeling. Conversations regarding finances, move in logistics, contracts, and more can be a lot to understand at first. These types of discussions are most helpful to have as a team that includes you, a family member or trusted friend, and the senior living representative. Take notes and don’t hesitate to circle back with your senior living representative to ask follow-up questions or to request additional information.

Q: How do I determine my level of care?

When determining which level of care is best for you or your loved one right now, ask yourself or your loved one these questions: Have you recently fallen or been injured in your home? Do you feel unsafe in your home? Have you recently lost or gained a significant amount of weight? Would you appreciate help in managing your medications? Is your personal hygiene lacking and would you like help in caring for yourself from a professional caregiver? Have you recently forgotten to eat or do you frequently skip meals? Do you feel safe driving your car? Do you worry about injuring yourself or causing damage to your home while preparing meals in the kitchen? Answering “yes” to these questions may mean that assisted living is the best choice for you or a loved one. A confident “no” may mean that independent living is a good choice or an at-home care program that allows you to manage your own needs with access to future care, could be the best fit for you. At Hunt Community, our Resident Services Director will arrange to meet with you and review your Medical History.

Q: What are some benefits to a Life Plan Community?

The list is long, but here are a few of the many benefits associated with living in a Life Plan Community. Enhanced social life (combating isolation or loneliness) Additional recreational opportunities Concierge Services Choices in dining venues with Chef-prepared meals Help with housekeeping duties Reliable transportation Increased peace of mind Security both for financial peace of mind and round the clock security