Live-in Care vs Assisted Living: Which is Right for Your Loved One?
June 25, 2024
As our loved ones age, it becomes increasingly important to ensure they receive the care and support they need to maintain their quality of life. They have built a life in their home and as a younger generation, you want to honor that while making sure they are safe and healthy. Two popular options to choose from are live-in care and assisted living facilities. Here’s a closer look at each to help you make an informed decision for your loved one.
Live-in Care
Live-in care – also known as in-home care – allows seniors to remain in the comfort and familiarity of their own homes while receiving personalized care and assistance. With this option, a team of professional caregivers trades off staying with living with your loved one to provide round-the-clock care, following a carefully crafted care plan put in place by a registered nurse. Additional support includes typical aspects of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, medication management and light housekeeping.
Advantages of Live-in Care
- Access to 24/7 care and support from trained staff.
- Personalized one-on-one attention and care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Housekeeping, transportation, meal preparation and assistance with other household chores.
- Maintaining independence, routines and cherished possessions in a familiar environment.
- Companionship and emotional support from consistent, dedicated caregivers.
- Avoidance of the stress and upheaval associated with moving to a new environment.
Assisted Living Facilities
Assisted living facilities are residential communities designed to provide housing, personal care services, and social opportunities for seniors who need assistance with daily activities but do not require the level of care provided in medical facility.
Advantages of Assisted Living Facilities
- Access to 24/7 care and support from trained staff.
- Opportunities for socialization and organized activities, reducing the risk of isolation and loneliness.
- Amenities such as housekeeping, transportation and dining services.
- Increased safety features and emergency response systems.
- Ability to transition to higher levels of care if needed, without the stress of moving to a new facility.
Find Professional Live-In Care For Your Loved One
Live-in care offers many of the same benefits of assisted living facilities while allowing your loved one to remain in the comfortable surroundings of their home. Since 1996, Home Care Solutions has enabled Minnesotans to age in place at home with the compassionate and attentive care they deserve.
Ready to see if live-in care is right for your family? Connect with us today.
