What Health Conditions Are Common Among Assisted Living Residents?
July 23, 2025
Many assisted living residents live with chronic health conditions that require ongoing care and support. The most common include:
- Arthritis: Causes joint pain and limited mobility, often requiring help with daily tasks.
- Heart disease: Includes conditions like high blood pressure and congestive heart failure.
- Diabetes: Needs regular monitoring, medication, and dietary management.
- Cognitive decline: Includes mild memory loss and early stages of dementia.
- Osteoporosis: Increases fall risk due to bone weakness.
- Vision and hearing loss: Can impact communication and safety.
Assisted living communities are designed to accommodate these needs through medication management, nutritious meals, mobility assistance, and health monitoring.
To learn how personalized care supports residents with chronic conditions, contact The Cottage at Litchfield Hills.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can residents with multiple conditions live in assisted living?
Yes, as long as their medical needs don’t require full-time nursing care.
Is medical staff available onsite?
Most communities offer regular wellness checks and access to healthcare providers.
How are chronic conditions managed?
Through medication support, personal care, diet, and coordination with doctors.
Sources:
- https://www.ncoa.org/article/the-top-10-most-common-chronic-conditions-in-older-adults/
- https://www.cdc.gov/cdi/indicator-definitions/older-adults.html
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