Senior Living Dictionary

Independent Living

Multi-unit senior housing development that may provide supportive services such as meals, housekeeping, social activities, and transportation (Congregate Housing, Supportive Housing, Retirement Community). Independent Living typically encourages socialization by provision of meals in a central dining area and scheduled social programs. May also be used to describe housing with few or no services (Senior Apartment).

Instrumental Activities Of Daily Living (iadls)

Day-to-day tasks such as preparing meals, shopping, managing money, taking medication, and housekeeping.