{"id":46,"date":"2022-03-16T14:01:01","date_gmt":"2022-03-16T14:01:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.suprabhathretirementcommunity.com\/blog\/?p=46"},"modified":"2022-03-16T14:01:03","modified_gmt":"2022-03-16T14:01:03","slug":"how-assisted-living-differs-from-home-care","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.suprabhathretirementcommunity.com\/blog\/how-assisted-living-differs-from-home-care\/","title":{"rendered":"How Assisted Living Differs From Home Care?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">An adult would be at a crossroads when they leave for a foreign country. They would have to choose their careers or care for their parents at home. It is not an issue if they agree to join their child. However, if they decide to stay back, the adult has a tough decision. The first thing that comes to mind is an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.suprabhathretirementcommunity.com\/\"><strong>old age home in Chennai<\/strong><\/a>. But, there are other options available like assisted living. This blog will show how assisted living differs from home care.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Need for assisted living<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">There is another reason for adults to choose assisted living. An ageing parent might be having some health issues and needs constant care. It can be difficult for the sons and daughters to provide full-time attention. However, there is a rise in senior care options now. This choice would be better for the elders as well as their children. So, let us understand the differences between assisted living and home care services.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\">What is home care?<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Home care, otherwise called in-home care, brings every service for the aged person to their home. They would enjoy the privacy of their house while having someone to look after them. The senior would get everything from housekeeping and daily food to personal care based on the plans.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Home care is suitable for those:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>With the need for minimal to moderate supervision frequently<\/li>\n<li>With non-medical needs requiring not more than a few hours of service every day<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">It can be a good decision, at least in the short term. Adults can prefer home care for their parents until they decide on a permanent solution.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\">What is Assisted Living?<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Assisted living is similar to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.suprabhathretirementcommunity.com\/paid-old-age-home-in-chennai.html\"><strong>paid old age homes in Chennai<\/strong><\/a>. However, the main difference is in the place of service. The senior lives independently on a suite of his own. There are on-site caretakers who provide necessary assistance throughout the day. Assisted living makes the elder&rsquo;s life simple and peaceful.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Who needs this?<\/h3>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Senior who needs constant medical attention<\/li>\n<li>Elders residing in homes that aren&rsquo;t elder-friendly<\/li>\n<li>Those who have lost their ability to walk and thereby to increase the chances of falling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Cost comparison of Home Care &amp; Assisted Living<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Adults would assume that home care is more economical than assisted living. However, the opposite is true. The cost of maintaining a house would include:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Security&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li>Housekeeping<\/li>\n<li>Utilities and bill payments<\/li>\n<li>Property Tax<\/li>\n<li>Repair and Maintenence<\/li>\n<li>Transportation costs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">However, assisted living will combine every expense into one monthly payment. For instance, Suprabhath <a href=\"https:\/\/www.suprabhathretirementcommunity.com\/retirement-home-in-chennai.html\"><strong>retirement community in Chennai<\/strong><\/a> offers an affordable plan that is much lower than private homes. Even our premium subscription can save up to Rs. 5000 per month.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">For a considerable sum, the elders would get services like:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Spacious living area<\/li>\n<li>Community bonding activities like special day celebrations and temple visit<\/li>\n<li>Around the clock medical attention<\/li>\n<li>Professional housekeeping<\/li>\n<li>Clean dining and food<\/li>\n<li>Doctor visit every two weeks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Which option is the best?<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">This choice depends on the level of attention required for elders. If they do not require any specialised care, then home care would be best. However, the retirement community is better in many ways. It offers independence, bonding, and convenience.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Get in touch with Suprabhath Retirement Community today and clarify your queries.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>An adult would be at a crossroads when they leave for a foreign country. They would have to choose their careers or care for their parents at home. It is not an issue if they agree to join their child. However, if they decide to stay back, the adult has a tough decision. 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