What is Assisted Living?
Assisted living is for seniors who can still live on their own but need some help with everyday things, like bathing, getting dressed, keeping up with medications, or cooking and cleaning. Residents have their own apartment and their own routine, with staff close by when they need a hand.
It's the middle ground between living at home and a nursing home. You keep your independence, and the people who love you get peace of mind.
What's Usually Included
Most assisted living communities, Woodbriar included, cover the basics:
- Help with bathing, dressing, and other daily tasks
- Meals, so nobody has to cook every day
- Housekeeping and maintenance
- Staff on site 24 hours a day
- Activities, outings, and a chance to be around people
- Transportation to appointments and errands
Who Is It For?
Assisted living is a good fit for someone who:
- Is mostly independent but struggles with a few daily tasks
- Feels lonely or isolated living alone
- Isn't eating well or keeping up with the house anymore
- Has family nearby who worry about them being alone, especially at night
It's not the right fit for someone who needs round-the-clock medical care, which is what a nursing home provides.
Assisted Living vs. Other Types of Care
- Nursing home: for people who need ongoing medical care from nurses. Assisted living is less medical and more like home.
- Memory care: for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. It adds a secure setting and activities built for memory loss.
- Independent living: for active seniors who don't need daily help, just a community and less upkeep.
At Woodbriar, we offer both assisted living and memory care in the same community, so if needs change, a resident doesn't have to move far.
Assisted Living at Woodbriar
Woodbriar is in Maurice, in the heart of Acadiana and a short drive from Lafayette. We have 36 assisted living apartments, each with full-size appliances, Wi-Fi, a walk-in closet, and full handicap accessibility. Our staff is here day and night, and we drive residents to appointments, church, shopping, and dinner out.
Questions to Ask on a Tour
If you're looking at assisted living for a parent, these are worth asking anywhere you visit:
- What's included in the monthly cost, and what costs extra?
- How many staff are on site at night?
- What happens if care needs change?
- Can we bring our own furniture?
- What does a typical day look like?
We're happy to answer every one of these. Call us at (337) 740-9663 to schedule a tour.
