The Difference between Independent Living & Assisted Living

Have you been thinking it’s time for a change in your living arrangements and would love a more manageable, relaxed lifestyle?  If you have started looking into senior living options in the San Francisco East Bay area your next question may be “what is the difference between independent living and assisted living, and which one is best suited to my needs?”  

Independent living is ideal for active seniors who no longer wish to maintain their own home and desire a more carefree lifestyle.  While each community can vary, many offer amenities such as social activities, wellness programs, day trips and meals.  It is also perfect for those who love the sound of predictable budgeting, community living and built-in companionship.  Care services are not provided but being a resident in an independent community may give you priority for a move into assisted living, if the need should arise.

Assisted living is designed for seniors who need help with everyday activities in order to improve their quality of life and maintain their independence.  Communities will have an array of services such as housekeeping, laundry, transportation, daily meals, and 24-hour care.  Generally, a community assesses in-coming residents to determine the level of assistance needed that is agreeable to the senior and their extended family.  Other amenities offered by assisted living communities may include a range of activities and wellness programs.   

At MorningStar’s Casa Sandoval, you will discover senior living at it’s best.  Our community is designed to enhance the lives of our residents and provide a home where seniors can safely, and comfortably age in place.   We are located just 25 miles south of San Francisco which gives residents spectacular views of the Bay, the San Francisco skyline, and Hayward Hills. Our 233 bright suites come in a range of floor plans from studio to alcove and one- and two-bedroom configurations, and we are pet friendly.  For the area’s finest independent and assisted living, Hayward area seniors are encouraged to contact us for more information.

MorningStar’s Casa Sandoval proudly provides the very best in senior living with our unique mission statement “to honor, to serve, to invest.” With a foundation built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve, we create a true home for residents amid a beautiful setting. Please contact us for more information about the finest independent and assisted living Hayward, CA offers.