Rehabilitation Centers

Focus on recovery and rehabilitation after surgery or injury, providing physical, occupational, and speech therapy.

Hospice Care

Offers compassionate care for individuals with terminal illnesses, focusing on comfort and quality of life rather than curative treatment.

Transitional Care Units

Provide short-term care to help patients transition from hospital to home, often offering rehabilitation and medical support.

Respite Care Facilities

Offer temporary relief for primary caregivers, providing short-term lodging and care for the individual in need.

Adult Day Care Centers

Provide supervised care and social activities during the day for seniors, allowing caregivers to work or take a break.

Short-term Care Facilities:
These facilities are typically designed for individuals who require temporary assistance after surgery, illness, or injury. Common examples include rehabilitation centers, skilled nursing facilities, and some hospitals. The focus in short-term care is on recovery and rehabilitation, with services often including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and specialized nursing care. The duration of stay can range from a few days to several weeks, depending on the patient’s recovery progress.

Long-term Care Facilities:
In contrast, long-term care facilities cater to individuals who have chronic illnesses, disabilities, or age-related conditions that require ongoing support. This category includes nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and memory care units. Long-term care provides a variety of services, including personal care, assistance with daily living activities, medication management, and social engagement opportunities. Residents may stay in these facilities for months or years, often needing continuous support due to their health conditions.

Nursing Homes

Provide 24-hour medical care and assistance with daily activities.

Assisted Living Facilities

Offer housing, personal care services, and health care monitoring in a community setting.

Memory Care Facilities

Specialize in care for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia, emphasizing safety and cognitive support.

Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs)

Provide a range of services from independent living to skilled nursing care within one community.

Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs)

Focus on providing high-level medical care and rehabilitation services for individuals recovering from illness or surgery.

Palliative Care Facilities

Offer specialized medical care focused on providing relief from pain and other symptoms of serious illness, often integrated with other treatment.

Residential Care Homes

Small group homes providing personal care services in a more intimate setting.