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What is Assisted Living?

The Assisted Living Federation of America (ALFA), the national trade association for assisted living providers, defines assisted living as "a long-term residence option that provides resident-centered care in a residential setting. It is designed for those who need extra help in their day-to-day lives but who do not require the 24-hour skilled nursing care." Assisted living is designed to bridge the gap between independent living and nursing homes.

Seniors choose assisted living for its non-institutionalized, home-like atmosphere. They look for a community that is safe and nurturing, that will promote their independence, recognize their individuality, and provide them with choices and privacy. They also seek a community that delivers customized care by a well-trained staff. In short, assisted living centers emphasize both quality of life and quality of care.

The Arizona chapter of the Assisted Living Federation of America (AzALFA) website lists the services typically found in an assisted living residence:

Three meals a day served in a common dining area
Housekeeping services
Transportation
Assistance with eating, bathing, dressing, toileting and walking
Access to health and medical services

24-hour security and staff availability
Emergency call systems for each resident's unit
Health promotion and exercise programs
Medication management
Personal laundry services
Social and recreational activities

Cypress Court at Mesa provides each of these services plus many more. We encourage
you to download our Assisted Living Consumer Checklist to get a more detailed listing of the services we offer.
We also invite you to use this checklist when comparing Cypress Court to other communities in the area.

DOWNLOAD OUR CYPRESS COURT ASSISTED LIVING CONSUMER CHECKLIST

As a member of Arizona ALFA, Cypress Court at Mesa subscribes to the below 10-point philosophy of care for assisted living:

Offering cost-effective quality care that is personalized for individual needs
Fostering independence for each resident
Treating each resident with dignity and respect
Promoting the individuality of each resident
Allowing each resident choice of care and lifestyle
Protecting each resident's right to privacy
Nurturing the spirit of each resident
Involving family and friends, as appropriate, in care planning and implementation
Providing a safe, residential environment
Making the Assisted Living residence a valuable community asset

Cypress Court at Mesa is a proud member of both
the national and state ALFA organizations.
Their contact information and web addresses are:

Assisted Living Federation of America
11200 Waples Mill Road, Suite 150
Fairfax, VA 22030
(703) 691-8100
www.alfa.org

Arizona Assisted Living Federation of America
333 E. Virginia Ave #106
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 322-0100
http://www.azalfa.com