What to Ask about the Activities and Transportation at an Assisted Living Community

Residents at assisted living communities often want to stay involved with their church and other community organizations. Therefore, make sure that the community has adequate transportation to surrounding areas so that they will have the opportunity to participate in some of the community events and organizations that are important to them. The community may even offer to host these groups on-site for the convenience of your loved one.

Be sure to ask about trips and activities offered at the community. Seniors enjoy participating in meaningful activities and events, watching sports teams, and socializing with friends and family. The activity should be designed to meet the physical, intellectual, emotional, social, spiritual and vocational needs of the residents. It is important to ensure that your loved one will have access to the things that are important to them in order to make their new living experience as enjoyable as possible.

Common questions to ask about activities and transportation:

·       Are activities individualized and spontaneous as well as scheduled?

·       Are there award-winning activity programs?

·       Are there activities on evenings and weekends?

·       Are there activities for residents to attend off-site?

·       Are residents encouraged to volunteer?

·       How are residents informed of activities?

·       Is transportation available? What are the costs and how often does it run?