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Assisted living facilities refer to assisted living communities or assisted living centers which offer care for seniors who need some help with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, toileting, eating, grooming, and moving around, but want to stay independent.[1]
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References:
1. Assisted Living Federation of America (ALFA). Philosophy of Assisted Living. (May 2009.) Retrieved August 9, 2009, from http://www.alfa.org/alfa/ALFA_Core_Principles_on_assisted_living.asp?SnID=128257714#philosophy.
2. Longtermcareliving.com. Choosing An Assisted Living Residence: A Consumer’s Guide. (2005). Retrieved August 9, 2009, from http://longtermcareliving.com/assess/al/.
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