Which term refers to facilities that allow residents to move from independent living to assisted living or skilled nursing as needs change?

• A. Home Health Agencies (HHAs)
• B. Continuing Care Community
• C. Aging Network
• D. Senior Centers

Answer: (B)

A setting that provides multiple levels of care on one campus lets residents move from independent living to assisted living or skilled nursing as their needs change. This arrangement is called a continuing care community (often referred to as a continuing care retirement community). It supports aging in place by offering independent living upfront and seamless access to higher levels of care within the same organization and location, often with a contract that covers future care needs. This is different from Home Health Agencies, which deliver medical services at home; the Aging Network, which is a broad system of resources; and Senior Centers, which focus on social activities and community services rather than ongoing residential care.