Answering Your Senior Living Questions

Common Senior Living Questions at Heritage Crossing

We know that finding the right senior living option for your loved one can be challenging. After all, you want the best for them. But the more you research, the more questions you find yourself asking.

At Heritage Crossing, we’re here to help you along your senior living journey. Explore our senior living questions for helpful information on what you can expect for assisted living, memory care and our community. If you don’t see your question below, contact our friendly team today.

General

What senior living options does your community offer?

Heritage Crossing is a senior living community in Akron, OH, that offers assisted living and memory care living options. No matter what level of care your loved one needs, we take the time to get to know your loved one on a personal level. That way, they have more opportunities to find more purpose and meaning in each day.

What are the benefits of having a continuum of care?

By offering assisted living and memory care services, our community can help give you peace of mind. If your loved one is in assisted living and their needs change in the future, you won’t have to worry about finding another community.

If I’m looking for a senior living community for my loved one, what is a good first step?

One of the best first steps for finding the right senior living community is getting to know the community itself. If you haven’t visited or talked with the team at Heritage Crossing before, we encourage you to learn more about our community. Talk to our knowledgeable staff and get an inside look at what your loved one’s life could look likr. Contact us today to learn more and schedule a visit.

How do I know which senior living option is best for my loved one?

The needs for every senior are unique and there’s no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to senior living. If you’re trying to find the best senior living option for your loved one, start by taking a look at their current needs. Think about how much assistance they might need on a daily basis. Create a list of the help they would need for their ideal lifestyle. Once you have that, you can discuss your options with a senior living community like Heritage Crossing to find an answer.

What are some of the amenities available at Heritage Crossing?

All of the amenities at Heritage Crossing are designed to help each resident pursue the passions that bring them joy. Some of our most popular amenities include:

A relaxing cocktail lounge perfect for socializing
Exploring our open community kitchen with cooking and baking classes
Taking some time to be pampered in out salon and spa
Easing stress with pet therapy
Engaging dining experiences thanks to the Duet Dining program

For full list of all the amenities we have to offer, click here.

How much does senior living cost?

The cost of senior living at Heritage Crossing depends on the specific services that your loved one needs to thrive. For a better idea what the cost of assisted living and memory care at our community, head over to our detailed pricing page.

Assisted Living

What is assisted living?

Assisted living is where compassionate senior living staff helps residents with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication management so they can maintain their independence. It’s the belief that just because someone needs a little extra support, doesn’t mean they can’t enjoy a vibrant lifestyle.

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What is life like at an assisted living community?

Picture your loved one knowing that they have the freedom and independence to make the most out of each day. With support for daily tasks, so much more becomes possible. From going for a hike in a nearby park to trying out a new recipe in a cooking class, assisted living gives your loved one more opportunities for a vibrant lifestyle.

How is assisted living different from a nursing home?

While assisted living communities are designed to give seniors assistance with daily tasks like getting dressed or managing medication, a nursing home caters to more healthcare-focused needs. Assisted living residents have the freedom to enjoy a wide variety of amenities. Patients in a nursing home don’t usually have that option since many of them need around-the-clock nursing care available to attend to their needs.

When is it time for my loved one to move to assisted living?

The “right” time for assisted living is different for every senior. But one of the best signs is when you notice that your loved one could use some help with daily tasks. If they are struggling with responsibilities like managing their medication, getting dressed, bathing and preparing meals, it’s time to start looking into assisted living options.

Memory Care

What is memory care?

Memory care is a specialized approach to helping seniors who are struggling with Alzheimer’s or dementia reach their highest level of wellness. Memory care communities like Heritage Crossing offer a warm and friendly environment while staff helps residents enjoy their passions by supporting them with quality care.

What’s the difference between memory care and assisted living?

Assisted living is best suited for seniors who are still have a higher level of independence and need extra support for daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication management. Memory care services are designed for senior with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Memory care communities have secure environments so that trained staff can monitor the health and wellbeing of residents.

How do memory care communities keep residents safe?

Memory care communities like Heritage Crossing have safe and secure environments for residents with Alzheimer’s or dementia. We have a trained staff, emergency alert systems, open spaces for residents to explore and engaging activities to give each day more structure.

What should I look for in a memory care community?

One of the first things you should look for in a memory care community are the amenities and activities. Seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia can benefit from engaging activities that help them connect their meaningful past to the present. You’ll also want to see if the community has a specialized memory care program. For example, Heritage Crossing has a unique approach to memory care called Rhythms Dementia.

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