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ADULT FAMILY HOME vs. NURSING HOME
Adult Family Home in Renton
What is the difference between an Adult Family Home and a Nursing Home?
The term “nursing home” may be more widely known and more broadly defined than Adult Family Home. Both can be good options for your loved one, but there are a few key differences when choosing a place for your senior to call home.
| Adult Family Home | Nursing Home |
| Maximum of six residents | May have hundreds of residents |
| More personalized care and interaction | More intensive care for advanced conditions |
| Greater independence of living | More close care and supervision |
| Homes in regular neighborhoods | Secured facilities |
| More of a “family” feel | More of a “community” feel |
In a home-like setting with a state minimum of one caregiver for five or six residents, many homes go above and beyond. This makes Adult Family Homes ideal for people who have less predictable care needs. They are able to extend care to residents whose needs vary during both the day and evening or those whose needs vary daily.
Many feel a nursing home is their only option. However, our Renton adult family homes are secluded in a tight-knit adult community where residents have the independence and freedom they want, while still having the necessary supervision when needed. Supplied with room, board, laundry, personal care, and social services, our licensed housing is available for up to six non-related adult residents at a time.
Renton Nursing Home
These nursing-homes work great for elderly with severe health problems that need extensive supervision. Adult family homes can also provide immediate care that is more intimate and one-on-one with patients. When we think of a nursing or rehabilitation facility, they have a vast amount of medical staff and senior residents, resulting in compact spaces inside one large building. At MyAFH, we allow the residents much more space and privileges so that they can live comfortably with the right amount of supervision.
Our Renton adult family homes are suited for elders who still want to live independently, and with less people. Our adult family homes allow this kind of living for our residents, while still caring for the seniors with certified nursing staff and care givers. Our skilled team has trained Renton employees that can perform many nursing tasks including the following, and more:
- Bariatric Care
- Ostomy Care
- Footcare
- Hair and Nail services
Nursing Home Renton WA
Here at MyAFH we aim to provide an alternative to the average nursing facility experience. The goal is for you and your family to feel at home in our residential adult community. Our adult family homes will give the right amount of assisted living to your family members. With our trained nursing staff always available and government approved community, we provide a clean, comfortable environment with individualized care plans specific to their needs that will help our residents feel more at home.
Rather than sympathy, MyAFH serves with compassion to ensure that your loved one will be cared for emotionally and physically. We are here for you and your family to help make this huge transition easier. Get in touch with our staff and find the best home for your family members today.
Call today for answers and help with any of the following topics:
- Long Term Care
- Memory Care
- Senior Living
- Nursing Home vs an Adult Family Home
- Assisted Living vs an Adult Family Home
Each of MyAFH’s Renton Adult Family Homes is unique with its own personality and specialties. The owner or care provider chooses the level of care provided in their home. While some homes prefer caring for those who are physically frail, others may specialize in residents who have memory loss or dementia. Homes may be operated by medical professionals (physicians or nurses), para-professionals (Certified Nursing Assistants), or caregivers. This creates the broad spectrum of experience and knowledge within the AFH industry.
You may still have questions about MyAFH’s adult family homes vs. nursing homes in Renton. Here are a few frequently asked questions:
What is the difference between an Adult Family Home and Assisted Living?
An Adult Family Home provides more personalized care in a more home-like setting, while Assisted Living Facilities operate more like apartment complex communities, with a very high level of independence for residents. Adult Family Homes can also offer independence, though the community is much smaller.
How do I know which Adult Family Home will work best for my loved one?
Feel free to contact MyAFH by using our contact form or calling us. Or you can search for Adult Family Homes in your area and contact them directly.
How do Adult Family homes stay accountable to the state?
The state of Washington conducts yearly surprise inspections to ensure that Adult Family homes are operating at an optimum level.
Are there services that an Adult Family Home does not provide?
Adult Family Homes are equipped to provide a wide range of services for the elderly. Most notable is the 24 hour care, with assistance of all activities of everyday living. Most homes provide assistance for Dementia and Mental Health. Some homes are RN owned and operated.
How much care should my loved one anticipate from an Adult Family Home?
Adult family Homes provide as much or as little care as the resident requires. Residents who are more independent will be encouraged to use their abilities while those needing assistance will be helped more.
What does a typical day in an Adult Family Home look like?
While each home is different, below you can see some general points that appear in a typical day. Residents are assisted with dress and grooming before serving breakfast. Rooms and laundry are cleaned. Activities and exercises are encouraged. Toileting may take place either before or after meals. Lunch is served followed by a time of relaxation or more organized activities and games. In the evening there is dinner and the day begins to wind down by watching one's favorite show before being assisted with the bedtime routine.
You may also be looking at other options, like nursing homes or assisted living facilities. Nursing homes are larger buildings, with many more residents and staff. They are usually geared towards seniors that are in need of much more care, than those that would enjoy the life inside of an Adult Family Home. Nursing homes typically have their skilled nursing staff on a more rotating schedule, whereas the care-takers in an adult family home often have the opportunity to build strong relationships with those staying with us.
Here in our Renton adult family housing, you can put your mind at ease knowing that your senior family member is being cared for in a familiar environment, with less people coming and going. With our licensed nursing staff, our seniors are receiving one-on-one assistance with their daily lifestyle and health concerns. Caring for all of our adult seniors, our skilled nursing staff and care-takers are also trained for the developmentally and physically disabled, including those with memory needs.
To find the best match for your family member, contact us in Renton, Washington to discuss if an Adult Family Home may be a better fit than a Nursing facility. We can make reviews of your needs and help you determine what the right options may be. Our housing is spatial and clean, surrounded by the beautiful city atmosphere. All of our AFHs in Renton and beyond guarantee the following:
- Individual health care
- Certified nurses and staff
- Broad home spaces
- Clean environment
You will not be let down by how nurturing and warm our Renton area adult housing is. Your family member will be greeted with open arms and treated with compassion, not just sympathy. It is important to us that you or your loved ones are cared for individually with their physical and emotional needs. They will feel safe, clean, and taken care of in this community-like environment. With around-the-clock nursing staff and additional activities, we can help the transition be easier for you and your family.
Call us today at 866-214-4930 to find out more about our Adult Family Homes across King and Snohomish county!
Call us today at 866-214-4930 to find out more about our Adult Family Homes across King and Snohomish county!