What is the difference between Assisted Living,
Supportive Housing and Personal Care Home?
For
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Assisted/Independent Living
(Minimal supervision)
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Supportive Housing
(24-hour supervision)
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Personal Care Home
(24-hour care)
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Cost
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Varies up to $3,000/month (1 bedroom around $2,300/month)
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Varies up to $3,000/month
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Depends on income (Last Income Tax return)
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Typical Resident
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Anyone over age 65 usually. Physical, mental and cognitive functioning has little impact on entry criteria. (Average age closer to 85).
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Has dementia, but is physically mobile and able to manage with minimal cueing (no hands-on help).
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Physically dependent on others for care or advanced dementia, at risk for wandering.
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Personal Care
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No…may be eligible for Home Care
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Minimal
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Provided
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Meals
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Varies
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Provided
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Provided
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Housekeeping
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Provided
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Provided
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Provided
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Laundry
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Varies…may be eligible for Home Care
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Provided
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Provided
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Medications
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No…may be eligible for Home Care
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Provided
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Provided
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Living space
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One bedroom suite with kitchenette and washroom.
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Bachelor’s suite or 1 bedroom, own washroom.
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One room with washroom.
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Activities
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Provided
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Provided
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Provided
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Transportation to appointments or events
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Varies
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Varies
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Varies
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Exercise/Rehab
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Exercise equipment usually available.
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Rarely
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Minimal
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How to Apply
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Call direct to facility
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Through Home Care
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Through Home Care
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Home Care Intake: 204-788-8330
Housing Options for Older Manitobans: https://www.gov.mb.ca/health/aginginplace/
Written by Angela Gentile, Winnipeg Manitoba
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