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Module 3: Senior Housing and Housing with Services Aging Services of MinnesotaOlder Adult Services Orientation Manual © Aging Services of Minnesota 2014 1

AcknowledgementsThis resource was made possible by funding from the Ronald Patterson Governance Fund of the Aging Services of Minnesota Foundation   © Aging Services of Minnesota 20142TERMS OF USE Aging Services of Minnesota (Aging Services) is the sole and exclusive owner of and retains all rights to this Orientation Manual (“Manual”) and all associated registrations.   Aging Services makes this Manual available free of charge only to its members on the Members Only section of the Aging Services website, which is password protected. Member representatives are authorized to use any or all of this Manual only in the performance of duties and responsibilities on behalf of the member organization.  The contents of the Manual may be customized to meet the needs of the member organization, and copies of any portion of the Manual may be distributed within the member organization. In every other respect, members and member representatives may not: ( i ) alter the Manual; (ii) add to the Manual; (iii) update the content of the Manual; (iv) distribute reproductions of the Manual to any person or organization not a member of Aging Services; (v) borrow portions of the Manual for use in other works; (vi) make derivative works; or (vii) be identified as an author of the Manual. Developed by Health Dimensions Group, Minneapolis, MN

Senior HousingSenior housing is a term used broadly to describe various apartment/housing settings that are senior specific© Aging Services of Minnesota 2014 3

Senior ApartmentsBuildings have separate apartments for each tenant with shared common areasOn-site staff typically include a building manager, janitorial services, and may include activity or service coordinators © Aging Services of Minnesota 2014 4

Senior ApartmentsServices© Aging Services of Minnesota 20145 These services can be provided in apartment-style buildings, townhouses, condominiums, senior cooperatives, senior cottages, or patio homes Typical services may include:

Housing with Services Senior buildings may be categorized as Housing with Services when they provide a variety of supportive services© Aging Services of Minnesota 20146 Housing with Services settings include a variety of types of residential buildings

Housing with Services StandardsThe State of Minnesota does not license Housing with Services but does require annual registration with the Minnesota Department of Health© Aging Services of Minnesota 20147 Health-related services are regulated under home care licensure requirements

Housing with Services Settings© Aging Services of Minnesota 20148

Housing with Services Setting selectionCommon reasons older adults choose a Housing with Services setting: Needs assistance with housekeeping and chores, meals, and transportationHas increased desire for activities, socialization, meals, transportation, and other servicesHas desire for security in the event of an emergencyCan reduce burden and responsibility of caring for a single family home No longer able to live alone due to disability or safety concernsTypically does not require 24-hour medical or nursing care © Aging Services of Minnesota 2014 9

Housing with Services Organization© Aging Services of Minnesota 201410 Landlord / Tenant Relationship Housing Residency Agreement or Lease Home Care Provider Services Service Agreement Arrangement Operator

Housing with Services Settings: Mandatory Long-term Care Consultation© Aging Services of Minnesota 2014 11Minnesota requires mandatory long-term care consultation before an older adult can move into a Housing with Services setting Purpose: Helps older adults and families decide which setting is most appropriate

Housing with Services Assisted LivingA residence with supportive, social, and health-related services available© Aging Services of Minnesota 2014 12 Older adults living in Housing with Services establishments are commonly referred to as residents or tenants

Housing with ServicesAssisted Living Providers Minnesota assisted living providers must:Meet the requirements of MN Statute 144G to promote themselves as assisted living Be a Housing with Services establishment and provide the minimum services listed in Minnesota’s Assisted Living Law© Aging Services of Minnesota 2014 13

Housing with Services Appearance Variations may include:© Aging Services of Minnesota 2014 14 Small house concept Multi-level standalone building Studio, single room, 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom+ apartment-style units Senior campus with buildings designated for independent living, assisted living, and memory care Shared dining and shared common spaces for leisure

Housing with Services AmenitiesEstablishments may offer:© Aging Services of Minnesota 201415 Movie theatres and entertainment offerings Billiard,craft , or other activity rooms Guest rooms for family and other visitors Libraries and computer rooms Cafés and coffee shops, g ift shops, convenience and drug stores Pools, fitness and therapy rooms, and other wellness offerings

Housing with Services Population Specific© Aging Services of Minnesota 201416 Includes personal care and nursing care s ervices provided through various purchased care packages determined by need Assisted living Residents/ Tenants Specialized safety features and socialization programs in addition to assisted living services Memory care Residents/ Tenants

Housing with Services Memory CareDistinct memory care communities provide specialty care to those diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders© Aging Services of Minnesota 201417 Providers must provide a written disclosure of the special features and training provided, however, Minnesota does not require additional licensing to provide memory care.

Housing with ServicesTypical Services© Aging Services of Minnesota 201418

Housing with Services Uniform Consumer Information Guide© Aging Services of Minnesota 201419 A 7-page guide outlining details of service offerings that each Housing with Services provider is required to make available to consumers.

Residents seeking housing with services have increasingly more complex health care needs requiring:© Aging Services of Minnesota 201420 Housing with Services Other Service Offerings

Notes  © Aging Services of Minnesota 2014 21