CHOOSING AN ADULT FAMILY HOME vs. AN ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY

Assisted Living Mountlake Terrace

Trying to find assisted living options in Mountlake Terrace, Washington? MyAFH is the top online resource in Washington state for finding adult family homes, an alternative to traditional assisted living facilities for your loved one!

What is the difference between an Adult Family Home and an Assisted Living Facility?

Most people know the term “Assisted Living” but may not have heard of Adult Family Homes before. Both can be good options for your loved one, but there are some big differences between these two types of senior housing. These highlights are important to know when searching for somewhere for your senior to call home. Here are a few of those general differences at a glance:

Adult Family Home	Assisted Living Facility
Maximum of six residents	May have hundreds of residents
More personalized care and interaction	Some medical and ADL care available
Small group and independent activities available	Often have large group activities and entertainment available
Homes in regular neighborhoods	Apartment-style facilities
More of a “family” feel	More of a “community” feel

We have homes in our network in and around Mountlake Terrace, and we also have a massive directory for finding any other adult family home facility in the area of Mountlake Terrace. We would love to help you place your loved one in one of our network communities in Mountlake Terrace, Washington or help you locate another assisted living option if needed. MyAFH's helpful staff are here to help you find the best choices for your senior no matter what.

Senior Living Mountlake Terrace

Our senior housing facilities located in Mountlake Terrace are equipped to help senior patients with memory conditions that require continual help, including memory issues like dementia, Alzheimer's and many more. Caregivers are taught how to respond quickly in emergency situations for anyone in their communities, and can provide essential first aid and help immediately which can be a lifesaver in critical times where seconds can mean everything.

Our highly trained assisted living community employees in Mountlake Terrace, Washington homes are insured to help with the care needs our seniors have, including the following:

Bariatric Care
Ostomy Care
Foot Care
Hair and Nail Trimming
Most Other Daily Basic Living Needs

Mountlake Terrace Assisted Living Facilities

The MyAFH senior community facilities in Mountlake Terrace are specially set up for taking in senior individuals with health conditions that assisted living care providers can't help with. Whether your loved one needs help with memory conditions, physical conditions or mental health assistance, our adult family homes in Mountlake Terrace and the nearby area can help with what's needed! If you are interested in this alternative to assisted living for your loved one, please get in touch with us to discuss pricing and activities for your loved one.

You may still have questions about MyAFH’s adult family homes vs. nursing homes in Mountlake Terrace. Here are a few frequently asked questions:

What is the difference between an Adult Family Home and a Nursing Home?

An Adult Family Home provides more personalized care in a more home-like setting, while Nursing Homes are larger facilities that operate more like hospitals, with close care and supervision for residents. Adult Family Homes can also offer this close care, though the community is much smaller and personalized.

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.

Call today, fill out our digital contact form or read reviews about us on Facebook! We would love to help you find the best Mountlake Terrace assisted living home choice from MyAFH for your senior.

Call us today at 866-214-4930 to find out more about our Adult Family Homes across King and Snohomish County!