Assisted living is a type of housing designed for people that need varying levels of personal or medical care to continue living independently. These housing solutions are often referred to as assisted living homes.

There are different types of assisted living homes. Some are made up of self-contained units such as apartments in a larger building or bungalows in a small community. In other assisted living homes, residents have their own rooms but share communal spaces like a kitchen or living room.

Each of these homes is different in terms of the living spaces provided and the care offered, but you can usually expect there to be nurses and care staff on-site to provide private assistance to the residents.