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A Day in the Life of a Senior Assisted Living Resident

As a caregiver, you want to ensure your loved one’s senior assisted living provides the best possible care and a positive living experience. When you compare assisted living communities, you might ask yourself: What does a typical day look like there? Will my loved one be active? Will they make friends? Most importantly…will they be happy?

At CareOne, each day is full of opportunities for residents to connect, engage, and learn, all within a supportive community environment. From fine dining with gourmet, healthy cuisine, to frequent social events, CareOne enables residents to live their golden years to the fullest.

Here is a look at a sample day in the life at CareOne for Joyce:

Morning Routine – Welcoming the Day in a Senior Assisted Living

  • 6:30 AM: Joyce* wakes up and starts her day with her daily hygiene routine. She needs a little extra assistance, so a member of the CareOne team arrives to ensure she’s properly dressed and receives her morning medication.

a senior woman brushes her teeth

  • 7:30 AM: Joyce makes her way to the dining room and checks in with one of the staff to grab an activity calendar. She immediately sees a few activities she’s excited about participating in. Joyce also makes note of the upcoming resident council meeting in two days. These meetings are an opportunity for the residents to provide input on the community.

a senior woman speaks with a nursing professional

  • 7:40 AM: Joyce mingles with her friends in the dining room, settling into their regular table. As they review the menu, the attentive culinary staff, who have learned each resident’s preferences over time, serve Joyce’s usual breakfast. Her favorite? Scrambled eggs, prune juice, and fresh fruit.

a plate with scrambled eggs and fruit with a side of prune juice

  • 9:00 AM: Joyce heads to the activities room to relax, digest, and read ahead of 10:00 AM trivia. While she waits, the activities director reminds Joyce of an upcoming outing to the mall via the CareOne bus.

senior woman knits in an arm chair

Mid-Morning Activities for Joyce

  • 10:00-11:45 AM: Trivia is a hit — it’s a popular way for residents to spend quality time with their friends and adds a little competition into the mix!

 

  • 11:45 AM: Joyce heads to her physical therapy (PT) session. She’s scheduled for therapy twice a week with the onsite PT team.

 

Afternoon Activities – Community Engagement and Social Time

 

  • 1:00 PM: Joyce makes her way back to the dining room for the 1 PM lunch seating. Today, the chef is making a Taco Tuesday menu, so Joyce chooses her favorite toppings and seasonings.

taco

  • 2:15 PM: Joyce goes to the courtyard for afternoon activities. Today, a local band is playing live music! There is also an option for residents to make their own floral arrangements. Joyce loves crafting with her friends and uses her creations to decorate her apartment.

two seniors sit at a table making floral arrangements

  • 3:45 PM: Joyce heads back to her apartment to freshen up before her family visits at 4:00 PM.

 

  • 4:00 PM: Joyce meets her family and spends time connecting with them back in the courtyard, soaking up the sunshine on such a beautiful day.

Evening Engagements – Cocktails, Games, and More

  • 5:15 PM: After her family leaves, Joyce goes to the beauty salon. Here, she makes appointments for a haircut and a manicure.

senior woman gets her hair cut at a salon

  • 5:30 PM: Time for a beverage! Joyce enjoys a glass of wine at CareOne’s daily happy hour before dinner. She also plays a game of cards with her friends.

three senior citizens play cards and drink wine together

  • 6:00 PM: Joyce opts for the 6:00 PM seating in the dining room. Today, she enjoys a filet mignon, mashed potatoes, and green beans. The culinary staff knows how much she enjoys mashed potatoes, so they give her a little extra.

a plate with a steak, mashed potatoes, and green beans

  • 7:30 PM: After dinner, it’s movie night in the theater. Tonight, Joyce enjoys a country western movie complete with cozy blankets and snacks to accompany the evening.

 

  • 9:00 PM: As she heads back to her apartment, the CareOne team assists with bedtime preparations including medication management and dressing. Once in bed, Joyce reads a few pages of her favorite book before going to sleep.

a senior woman reads in bed

  • 10:00 PM: Joyce gets a good night’s rest, knowing there are trained staff available around the clock for assistance and care.

Senior Assisted Living at CareOne

A day in the life at a CareOne assisted living is filled with opportunities for personal choice and connection. While daily schedules vary based on each resident’s health, needs and preferences, as well as holidays and cultural events, CareOne strives to make every day special.

Want to visit a CareOne assisted living community? Schedule a tour with your local CareOne or call us at 855-277-8550.

*Joyce is a fictionalized character.