Today, the majority of older adults are in better mental and physical condition than ever before. They want to make their own health care and life decisions, and their highest priority is to remain as independent as possible for as long as possible. Assisted Living residences, like Ivy Hall, allow their residents to do just that by offering a lifestyle of independence for residents.  It is the best alterative to in-home care, home health agencies and nursing homes which are more impersonal and costly.

Communities like Ivy Hall help residents maintain their independence longer by offering needed assistance with the activities of daily living while encouraging socialization and participation in community events and programs as each resident chooses. The congenial Assisted Living environment improves mental and physical functioning through daily interaction and involvement with others. This extends life in a meaningful way.

Assisted Living residents pay their monthly fees from their own resources. Social Security, Long Term care insurance, investment income, retirement benefits or proceeds from the sale of a home are among the personal resources that can be used. In some cases, adult children augment or totally fund an Assisted Living lifestyle for their parent.

The recently passed Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (Kennedy Kassebaum Act) may make Assisted Living expenses a tax deduction if a person needs assistance with at least two activities of daily living and assisted living is prescribed by a licensed health care practitioner. Consult your tax advisor for applicable regulations and criteria.

Assisted Living is less expensive than living in one's own home, as it includes a private residence, utilities, housekeeping, meals, and assistance care that might have to be brought into the home at additional charge. Yet even with this lower total cost, it provides a higher standard of living, more companionship and a much greater degree of safety and peace of mind.

Communities like Ivy Hall offer a lifestyle of independence for residents without burdening the senior or their families. It is the best alternative to in-home care, home health agencies and nursing homes which are more impersonal and costly.

If you or someone you know could benefit from an Assisted Living lifestyle, please call us at Ivy Hall. We will gladly provide you with information and answer your questions.