NYS Caregiver Guide 2021

38 NYS CAREGIVER GUIDE ADULT CARE FACILITIES Adult care facilities are licensed and may be referred to as adult homes, enriched housing programs, assisted living residences, or assisted living programs. All of these facilities provide residential care along with different types of services and supports. For instance, adult homes provide meals, housekeeping, supervision, and care management, while enriched housing programs offer community settings that are like independent housing units. SKILLED NURSING FACILITIES Nursing homes primarily provide three types of services: Skilled nursing or medical care and related services. Short-term rehabilitation due to injury, disability or illness. Health-related long term care needed regularly due to a mental or physical condition.

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