What is another word for continuing-care communities?

5 synonyms found

Pronunciation:

[ kəntˈɪnjuːɪŋkˈe͡ə kəmjˈuːnɪtˌiz], [ kəntˈɪnjuːɪŋkˈe‍ə kəmjˈuːnɪtˌiz], [ k_ə_n_t_ˈɪ_n_j_uː_ɪ_ŋ_k_ˈeə k_ə_m_j_ˈuː_n_ɪ_t_ˌi_z]

Continuing-care communities are residential facilities that provide multiple levels of care for seniors. These types of communities offer various levels of assistance as seniors age, from independent living to assisted living to nursing care. Although the term "continuing-care communities" is widely used, there are several synonyms to describe this type of housing for seniors. Some of the most common synonyms include "life-plan communities," "age-restricted communities," "retirement communities," and "active adult communities." These synonyms may be more specific or more general than continuing-care communities, but they all refer to communities that cater to the needs of older adults and provide a range of services to help seniors age gracefully.

Synonyms for Continuing-care communities:

How to use "Continuing-care communities" in context?

A Continuing-Care Community (CCC) is a type of long-term care facility that provides assisted living, retirement living, and health and wellness services. CCCs are designed to provide continuity of services to residents and their families, while providing a sense ofcommunity.

There are two types of CCCs: independent and affiliated. Independent CCCs are run by the individual facility and are not affiliated with any other CCCs. Affiliated CCCs are composed of two or more independent CCCs that have formed a collective relationship. This allows for economies of scale and joint marketing efforts.

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