Whether you are scouting assisted living facilities for yourself or an older loved one, you will want to compare and contrast your options. To do so, request a tour at the various communities to allow yourself a chance to explore. While visiting, you should also ask the following questions.

What Is Important to Know About an Assisted Living Facility?

What are the accommodations like?

To ensure a new home will be comfortable and suited to you or a relative's needs, ask to see a floor plan or to visit a sample apartment in person. Some communities offer units with their own kitchen area and spacious bathrooms to accommodate independent living, while others might be more modest.

Ask whether they provide amenities such as WiFi and independent climate control. Also, get an idea of how private the suites are and if ground floor options are available to accommodate mobility issues.

Are there planned events?

Inquire about activities the senior care community has to help residents remain active and engaged. These might include craft days, cookouts, group exercise sessions, and movie screenings. These events not only provide a fun way for seniors to spend their days but to get to know their fellow residents.

Are on-site health services available?

Discuss your—or your loved one's—specific health care needs to see if they have the proper resources to support them. For example, do they have medical staff on the premises 24/7? Do they have separate suites for dementia and memory care patients to provide them with comprehensive care?

What other wellness initiatives does the assisted living facility take to keep community members healthy and strong? For example, if the retirement community offers restaurant-style dining, find out how nutrient-dense the meals are and if they’re tailored to each member’s dental and overall health requirements.

What safety & security measures are in place?

If your loved one is prone to wandering, ask how the premises are secured—especially if they have outdoor areas, like a courtyard or garden. You can also ask about personal features—such as medical alert buttons or special sensory technology. The latter allows staff to track patients without compromising privacy. 

If you are researching assisted living facility options, choose Provident Village at Creekside in Cobb County, GA, or Provident Village at Canton in Cherokee County. Both of these senior care communities offer comfortable suites that support residents' needs, as well as varied event calendars to keep them entertained. Call (678) 210-7135 for Smyrna or (770) 450-5135 for Canton to request a visit. Learn more about floor plans and events online. Get info about COVID-19 restrictions on Facebook.