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What is Assisted Living? <br /> http://www.alfa.org/WhatsAL.hU <br /> size from one room to a full apartment. <br /> How is Assisted Living regulated? <br /> Regulations and licensing regulations vary from state to state contributing to <br /> the wide range of senior housing models considered Assisted Living. Most <br /> providers and their staff have special training as a result either of state <br /> requirements or company policy. Some states require special staff <br /> certification and training. Residences must comply with local building codes <br /> and fire safety regulations. ALFA believes the most successful regulations are <br /> consumer drive, balancing the safety concerns we all share with the <br /> consumers' desires to retain their independence and freedom of choice. <br /> What types of services are offered in Assisted Living residences? <br /> Services provided in Assisted Living residences usually include: <br /> a. Three meals.a day served in a common dining.area <br /> a Housekeeping services <br /> • Transportation <br /> a Assistance with eating, bathing, dressing, toileting and walking <br /> ■ 24-hour security and staff availability <br /> • Emergency call systems for each resident's unit <br /> ■ Health promotion and exercise programs <br /> IPa Medication management <br /> ■ Personal laundry services <br /> ■ Social and recreational activities <br /> What about costs? <br /> Costs vary with the residence, room size, and the types of services needed.by <br /> the residents. Across the nation, daily basic fees range from approximately <br /> $20 to $100 -- generally less than the cost of home health services and <br /> a •111 111111 - - = a- -'- '- ed Living fee m <br /> there may be additional charges for special services. Most Assisted Living <br /> residences charge month-to-month rates, but a few residences require <br /> long-term arrangements. <br /> • <br /> Who pays the bill for an Assisted Living residence? <br /> Residents or their familiesgenerally pay the cost of care from their own <br /> financial resources. Depending on the nature of an individual's health <br /> insurance program or long-term care insurance policy, costs may be <br /> reimbursed. In addition, some residences have their own financial assistance <br /> programs. Government payments for Assisted Living residences has been <br /> • limited. Some state and local governments offer subsidies for rent or services <br /> for low income elders. Others may provide subsidies in the form of an <br /> additional payment for those who receive Supplemental Security Income <br /> (SSI) or Medicaid. Some states also utilize Medicaid waiver programs to help <br /> 2 of 3 _ 07/14/99 12:55:11 <br />