FAQs with answers to your senior living questions
Senior living questions are bound to occur in your search for new living arrangements. Rely on us as a resource and guide to help you with your big decision.
Mosaic Management’s six core values, F.A.I.T.H.E., guide our pursuit of excellence in all of our senior living communities.
Fun: We take joy in what we do.
Attitude: We define ourselves by our positive can-do mindset.
Integrity: We believe character determines outcome. It’s who we are, not what we do.
Teamwork: We know we can do anything if we collaborate. Synergy is our way of life.
Honesty: We have seen that honesty is freedom. We seek to live transparent lives. This is how we build trust.
Effort: We believe we get out of life what we put into it. We hold nothing back.
Learn more about our tight-knit group of team members by visit our About page.
Independent living, assisted living and memory care are distinct types of senior living options, each catering to different types of care and support needs.
Independent living communities are designed for active seniors who can manage their daily activities without assistance. These communities offer:
- Maintenance-free lifestyle
- Social activities and amenities
- Housing options like apartments or single-family homes
- Focus on active retirement and socialization
Residents in independent living maintain their autonomy while enjoying a vibrant community atmosphere.
Assisted living provides a higher level of support for seniors who need help with daily tasks. Key features include:
- Assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) like bathing and dressing
- 24/7 staff availability
- Medication management
- Meals and housekeeping services
- Social activities tailored to residents’ abilities
Assisted living strikes a balance between independence and support, offering personalized care plans for each resident.
Memory care is specialized for seniors with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. This type of care provides:
- 24/7 monitoring by specially trained staff
- Secure environments to prevent wandering
- Activities designed to support cognitive function
- Personalized care plans for memory-related needs
- Enhanced safety features and navigation aids
- Specialized therapies for memory loss
Memory care offers the highest level of support among these options, focusing on the unique needs of those with memory impairments.
In summary, independent living is for active seniors requiring no assistance, assisted living provides support with daily tasks and memory care offers specialized care for those with cognitive decline. The choice between these options depends on the individual’s health, care needs and desire for independence.
Determining the right type of care for a loved one in a senior living community involves assessing various factors. The primary factor between independent living (maintaining independence with no assistance) and assisted living is the ability to perform activities of daily living. If your loved one needs this care, assisted living would be a good choice for them. If they have cognitive or memory impairment, secured memory care communities are more appropriate as they add extra security and safety measures to prevent wandering and help manage behavioral changes. Remember that care needs may change over time. Regular reassessments ensure the type of care remains appropriate. By carefully considering these factors and working with health care professionals, you can determine the right type of care for yourself or your loved one in a senior living community.
Mosaic Management communities offer a wide range of social activities to engage our residents and foster a sense of community. Activities and events range from exercise and wellness programs to opportunities for creative expression, socialization and educational classes. The schedule changes weekly, so there is sure to be a social activity for everyone!
At Mosaic Management, our communities are built on a foundation of six core values, encapsulated in the acronym F.A.I.T.H.E. These principles guide our mission to provide exceptional care and create vibrant, compassionate environments for our residents. In addition to our highly customized approach to innovative senior care, we are also proud to offer services like housekeeping, delicious dining options, social activities and more for our residents.
Mosaic Management communities aim to elevate senior living industry standards with an ever-growing portfolio of more than 20 communities, which span 7 states along the western United States (California, Alaska, Oregon, Arizona, Idaho, Montana and Washington) and serve more than 2,700 residents.