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Levels of Care Profile LifeCare & Continuing Care Comminutes Congregate Retirement Residences (Independent Living) Designed for active, independent older adults with meals and housekeeping provided in a community environment. Social activities programs and transportation services provided. All levels of care (assisted living and skilled nursing home care) is offered to all residents. Large entrance fees are usually required. Monthly fee. Life care communities offer complete medical care for the life of the resident under most circumstances. Ideal for active, independent, Senior lifestyle. Apartment style living with community dining areas. Meals and housekeeping services included in monthly rate. Transportation to doctor's appointments, shopping and special social trips. 24 hour emergency staff on call. May offer assistance with daily living tasks and personal care for additional monthly rate. Assisted Living Facility Alzheimer's/Dementia Facility Offers complete personal care services. Licensed by the state. Will accept confused and wheelchair dependent residents. May be a freestanding facility or part of an Independent or Life Care Community. These are usually located in a wing of a nursing home or as a stand alone facility. Specializes in the care and treatment of older adults suffering from Alzheimer's or other dementia. The unit is secured to prevent residents from wandering. Specially trained staff and personnel are available 24/7 to provide complete personal care Residential Board and Care Homes Skilled Nursing Home (Convalescent Hospitals) Usually family operated, small residential care homes. Care homes are licensed by the state board of Community Care Licensing. Many accept residents who are incontinent, non-ambulatory or dementia. Basic amenities include meals, transportation to doctors, activities and complete personal care needs. 24 hour emergency care on call. Facilities offer 24-hour Skilled nursing care. Licensed by the State Department of Health Services. Staffed by licensed, trained professionals such as: Registered Nurses, Licensed Vocational Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants. Many offer occupational, speech and physical rehabilitation services. Mare are certified for Medicare or Medi-cal.