Stacker wrote an article in 2024 about the number of assisted living communities in Montana. As of the article's publication, there were 322.
You're spoiled for choice, which may be an issue. How do you know where to choose? Especially considering your parents' needs?
We mentioned assisted living, but your loved ones may need memory care. Addington Place has you covered and offers assisted living and memory care services.
Let's dive into the differences between assisted living and memory care. We'll also discuss the advantages of choosing Addington Place of Lee's Summit.
Assisted living is when an older adult lives independently but with some assistance. For example, say your grandmother can still walk with minimal aid.
She may still need help with grooming or shopping, which are everyday tasks called activities of daily living (ADLs).
How well a person can perform ADLs can significantly impact their quality of life. Activities of daily living include:
Another aspect of assisted living is socialization. Socializing can be difficult for older adults because getting around is more difficult.
Driving can be difficult due to weakening eyesight reflexes. Assisted living makes it easier to meet new neighbors due to proximity.
Assisted living in Lee's Summit offers more than companionship and ADL aid. People can also access housekeeping services, meals, and medication management.
Memory care is like assisted living but with the added benefit of accommodations and therapies for Alzheimer's and other dementias.
Before we continue, we'd like to discuss a few symptoms of Alzheimer's. Here is what to look out for if you suspect a loved one is suffering from the condition:
Unlike assisted living staff, memory care staff have training to deal with these symptoms. Memory care communities have specific layouts.
They're designed as simply as possible to promote a calm environment and limit residents from becoming lost, agitated, and confused.
Therapies in these communities often include:
Memory care communities help with ADLs and provide companionship for their residents. They also have access to housekeeping, meals, and medication management.
You'll likely pay more for memory care than assisted living. Memory care provides greater care, such as round-the-clock care and specific therapies.
The Genworth Cost of Care Survey reports Montana's 2024 median assisted living costs as $5,055. Memory care costs vary but may range from four to ten grand.
However, what you pay at either community depends on certain factors. Specific things that may affect cost include:
Why are we mentioning this? We want you to know that senior care services won't be cheap, regardless of where you and your parents choose to live.
Pricing is a big part of finding retirement living in Lee's Summit. You should choose somewhere that will help defray costs, something we'll discuss more later.
Location is the first factor to consider when choosing any assisted living or memory care community. Montana natives will have an easier time moving into and visiting Addington Place of Lee's Summit.
Our community is also a two-in-one deal. Older adults can receive assisted living and memory care at Lee's Summit.
Your parents won't have to transfer communities if their needs change.
They can stay relatively close to their friends and other familiar faces. You also save time and money by using the same location.
Choosing retirement living in Lee's Summit shouldn't be a daunting task. We want to make the decision easier by discussing what Addington Place can offer.
Our assisted living services are provided by fully trained staff offering 24/7 resident care. They help with medication management and other ADLs, like bathing.
Memory care at Lee's Summit focuses on providing each resident with individualized care plans. Caretakers have specified training to help those with memory issues and Alzheimer's.
Addington Place offers a full range of social events to keep residents engaged. Your loved ones can meet new people while learning and discovering new activities.
Other community features include:
Our apartments are modern and well-designed. Residents can choose between:
The apartments are pet-friendly. They also come with WiFi, cable, air conditioning, and kitchenettes. Residents can still live independently, albeit with assistance.
Addington Place can help you save through its financial plans. One promotion is our veterans' program, open to those who've served in the United States Armed Forces.
Service men and women can receive half off the beginning of each year's rent. We've also partnered with Patriot Angels, a program that helps residents get veterans benefits.
Those accepted by Patriot Angels can get a one-time $1,000 off their second month's rent. The offer, however, only applies to new residents.
Many factors go into choosing senior care services in Lee's Summit. You may want somewhere close by that offers varying levels of care.
Transitioning to senior care is easier if the community is close. Somewhere that offers assisted living and memory care can better accommodate your aging parents.
Addington Place of Lee's Summit can be that community - offering your parents all the comforts of home. Our staff is well-trained, friendly, and reliable.
You can trust that your loved ones will be in good hands at Addington Place. Contact us today to schedule a tour, and don't hesitate to ask about our discount programs!