Understanding the Care Options in Senior Living Communities

Many senior living communities today offer more than one level of care, making it sometimes challenging to know what option is best for you or your loved one. Understanding the different care services can help make your search easier. Review our list below to learn how each care level is defined and what services, amenities, and accommodations you can typically expect.

What are the common senior living care options?

Independent living

Independent living is best for older adults who require little daily assistance but are ready for someone else to take care of the chores and upkeep of home ownership. Seniors who are right for independent living also want to remain independent and fill their days with travel, hobbies, friends, wellness activities, and more. Simply put, they want a maintenance-free and active lifestyle. What you can expect in independent living:

A range of accommodation choices, including homes, apartments, and condos
Restaurant-style dining options
Maintenance, housekeeping, laundry, and transportation services
A full calendar of activities, special events, and outings
On-site amenities, like a library, fitness center, art studio, salon, and more
On-site medical assistance is not typically offered, but communities often provide an emergency response system

Assisted living

Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need some assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and medication management. The supportive environment encourages residents to be independent and engage in meaningful activities. What you can expect in assisted living:

Accommodations usually range from companion to private suites or apartments
Personalized assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, and medications
Three freshly prepared daily meals, including snacks and beverages
Maintenance, housekeeping, laundry, and transportation services
24-hour nursing assistance and supervision
A full calendar of activities, special events, and outings
Similar on-site amenities as independent living: library, activity room, exercise classes and equipment, art studio, salon, and more

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Memory care

Memory care is specifically designed to nurture and support older adults living with Alzheimer’s or other types of dementia. What you can expect in memory care:

Secure community to keep residents safe and prevent wandering
Private or companion suites
Staff specially trained in memory care
24-hour nursing assistance and supervision
Intentionally designed community and suite layouts that are easy to navigate
Therapy programs and structured activities customized to meet each resident’s individual needs and plan of care
Maintenance, housekeeping, laundry, and transportation services
Personalized assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, and medications
Three freshly prepared daily meals, including snacks and beverages
On-site amenities, including a salon, activity room, quiet room, art studio, and library

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Skilled nursing

Skilled nursing provides 24-hour supervised medical care for seniors with chronic conditions or other medical concerns that require around-the-clock assistance. You’ll find a licensed nurse and aides on-site 24/7, and typically skilled nursing communities offer physical, occupational, and speech therapy services. Seniors may need skilled nursing long-term or for a short stay to recover from surgery or hospitalization. What you can expect in skilled nursing:

Private or companion rooms with attached bath
Round-the-clock care and assistance with daily living
Health monitoring and medication management/administration
Exercise programs, social opportunities, and meaningful activities
Maintenance, housekeeping, laundry, and transportation services
Three freshly prepared daily meals, including snacks and beverages
On-site amenities, including a salon, activity room, library, and gathering rooms to visit with friends and family

Taking the next step: visiting communities

When you have a better idea of what level of care is best, research communities that will meet your needs. Set up tours so you can visit the community in person and meet the residents and team members. On your tour, be prepared with a list of questions to understand better how your loved one’s needs and preferences can be met. Ask about costs, availability, and care level options. Make sure you find out what happens if your loved one’s health needs change. Explore life at Frontida Assisted Living >>

Feel at Home at Frontida Assisted Living

Frontida Assisted Living values transparency and trust in each of our Wisconsin communities, and our team is ready to answer your questions, offer support, and provide resources to help you make a confident and informed decision for your future care. Our compassionate team strives to create a sense of community and purpose for each resident through personalized programming, life-enriching activities, and special events. Learn how we care for our residents:

Private suites, bedrooms, and companion rooms
Fully accessible bathrooms
Spacious living rooms and engaging indoor recreation areas
Cozy fireplaces and open-plan seating in living spaces
Beautifully maintained outdoor areas
Delicious, home-cooked meals and snacks
24-hour personal care and supervision
Comfortable spa and salon (in specific locations)
Dedicated memory care communities
Specialized behavioral health care communities
Housekeeping and laundry services
Individualized care plans
Life Enrichment Coordinators to plan and schedule meaningful activities for all residents
Nursing staff to oversee the health and wellness of each resident

We value honesty, trust, and open communication to build relationships with our residents and their loved ones. Together, we form a partnership to ensure your loved one lives a fulfilling life, feeling a sense of belonging and purpose. When you’re ready, contact any of our 11 Frontida assisted living and memory care communities to gather more information, or to set up a personalized tour. We’re here for you whenever you need us. We understand that transitioning into assisted care can be an emotional, stressful and often confusing journey. That’s why we’re dedicated to helping you and your family navigate the complex world of care. Download our free “Family Decision Toolkit” to learn more.

Lifestyle
Options

Every lifestyle we offer is tailored to meet our residents’ unique needs, with comfort and connection at the heart.

Assisted Living

We can make life a little easier. Our assisted living lifestyle offers the right amount of help with daily activities, so our residents can focus on doing what makes them happy.

Memory Care

In a caring, nurturing environment, everyone should feel understood and supported. Our memory care program honors everyone’s journey while creating meaningful opportunities for connection and engagement every day.

Behavioral Health

Mental health is of the utmost importance. We help our residents find peace of mind with our compassionate behavioral health approach—focused on providing dignity, understanding, and a supportive environment you can trust.

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Frontida Story

Communication with administrators has been open and transparent. And they have been very helpful in our design of a unique personalized care plan. I greatly appreciate that collaboration. The caregiving staff is top-notch. The dedication and care they bring to the residents is superb. They’ve earned my trust and gratitude.

– Todd F.

We are very pleased as a family with the care our mom is getting. Very impressed with the amount and quality of the activities you have for the residents. Keep up the good work!!!

– Ric H.

Frontida is a company that truly stands by their values, the leadership team has provided so much support allowing us to get better every day. I have worked here for over a year and can honestly say we have done a 180. The care of our residents comes first and it shows. We continually strive to be a great place to work and take pride in how we treat others. It has been a phenomenal experience becoming part of the Frontida team, and I am very excited to see what the future holds.

– Dennis P.

I have had a great experience working here and am looking forward to my future with Frontida. The management and ownership involvement is incredible! The level of dedication the company has to the care of our residents is refreshing. Frontida also truly cares about their staff and investing in their growth and success. I would definitely recommend Frontida to anyone looking for a rewarding career or a dedicated home for their loved one.

– Sam T.

Our family is grateful for the love and care Mom received over the last four years. It was never going to be easy, but knowing Mom was safe and genuinely cared for was a huge relief. Frontida was her home, and by extension, it was also ours. Thank you for making us always feel welcome.

– Resident’s Family

My brother-in-law is at Frontida. The experience so far was wonderful. The staff members are so caring and accommodating. They told me that for the first 30 days, they are going to be evaluating my brother-in-law. It’s only been two weeks, and they are meeting all of his needs, his cares, and addressing us for dealing with a loved one in an assisted living facility. My brother-in-law loves the food. It’s very homey-type meals. His room is beautiful. Their fun activities keep him entertained. It is a beautiful facility. It is very upbeat and proactive.

– Julie

– T.C.

My mother passed away at Frontida on 7-3-19. She had been there for a little over a year, she had dementia. My family and I recommend Frontida for those needing memory care. They have an amazing staff that provided the best possible care for mom. The staff is always cheerful and positive. They spend a lot of time interacting with the residents. They put our minds at ease, we knew mom was being well cared for. We are so very happy we chose Frontida.

– Pat

Beyond grateful for the exceptional care our mom has been receiving at Frontida. She’s happy to have made some new friends, enjoys the activities they do, and feels safe and well cared for. It’s not an easy decision to place a parent in the care of others, yet we’re confident she’s happy and well cared for, which puts our minds at ease.

– Jan Hartmann

Frontida was the best place for my mother the last year of her life. She was able to socialize and have friends to talk with and do activities with. The staff was exceptional with her and with all of our family. They did their best even with Covid lockdown to make sure we were able to talk with her and see her, even if it were just by FaceTime visits. Her last days there they were phenomenal in caring for her and keeping her as comfortable as possible with the help of Hospice. They allowed me to be with her while they cared for her that last week of her life, and I can’t imagine not being able to. I would highly recommend Frontida to anyone who has a loved one that needs care, as it’s a family atmosphere, where Angela and the staff are caring, understanding, good at listening and working with family members, as well as residents, and have fun activities for the residents.

– Judy Braker

I am so grateful to have such a wonderful home for me to place Don in. I’d love to have him with me but cannot believe how happy I am to have Frontida and the great staff to take care of him–and me too. Thank you so much!

– Mary

Thank you for all the extra things you do for the residents – for hanging in there during this bump in life and routines. We appreciate all you do – if there is anything we can do for you, please let us know! You are prayed over every day – that you all may stay healthy.

– Carey P. and Sandra O.

We just want to thank everyone for taking such great care of our mothers. During this very difficult time, it is reassuring to know they are loved and well taken care of. These pringles are just a small token for all you do and to let you all know how much we appreciate you!

– Pat S. and Diane B.

Thank You! Those words don’t cover how much we appreciate you all. Thank you for caring for our grandma so well. Thank you also for going above and beyond for our family during this extremely difficult time.

– Gina, Janna, and Pat

Your mission to build trust is what drew me in from the beginning when my siblings and I were looking for a memory care home for mom. In the short time she has been there you have shown so much care and love to her.

– Debbie Giles

Since coming to Frontida, my niece is talking more clearly, socializing, and doing activities that she wouldn’t do before.

– Resident’s Aunt

Frontida is a lovely home. I can see why people in the community speak so highly of Frontida Assisted Living!

– Barb W.

My cousin absolutely loves it at Frontida Assisted Living. She loves the people, loves the home, and really enjoys mingling with other residents.

– Resident’s Cousin

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