What’s the difference between a nursing home and an assisted living facility? Let’s find out.

If you have an aging loved one, you may feel restless at the idea of your loved one moving around and doing daily tasks that should have been simpler and easier were they younger. You may even worry about them living on their own, or not having someone assist them or watch over them. You think about senior care options, but all the terms may leave you confused. 

The most common terms you may hear are nursing home and assisted living. What’s the difference between the two and which should you choose for your loved one?

Similarities Between Nursing Home and Assisted Living

Both senior living options, nursing home and assisted living, offer the following services:

• Medication Management
• Life Enrichment to provide engaging activities to help them avoid feeling isolated and depressed
• Supportive Services such as housekeeping, laundry, and transportation
• Secure Environment that is designed with the security and safety of elderly adults in mind
• Well-Balanced, Nutritious Meals

Difference Between Nursing Home and Assisted Living

• Residents in a nursing home require constant monitoring due to their more complex health conditions. They need to have a skilled nurse or caregiver to be with them round the clock.
• Residents in assisted living facilities can move around more freely and may require minimal assistance. They require custodial care than medical care.

Good news, Blessed Home provides both services. We also tailor our service to suit the specific needs of your loved ones, giving you peace of mind and satisfaction.

For inquiries, you may contact us through 09178560623 or go to our contact page.