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A Deep Dive into Navigating the World of Senior Housing

1. Introduction to Senior Housing

What is Senior Housing?

Senior housing refers to specialized residential communities or housing options designed to meet the unique needs and preferences of older adults, usually aged 55+. These housing options are created to offer a comfortable, supportive, and age-appropriate living environment for seniors. These seniors are looking for a lifestyle that promotes independence, safety, and social interaction for their later years.

Senior housing can take many forms, including:

  1. Independent Living Communities: These communities offer private apartments, cottages, or townhomes for active and self-sufficient seniors. They typically provide amenities such as recreational facilities, organized social activities, dining options, housekeeping services, and transportation.
  • Assisted Living Facilities: These facilities provide assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, medication management, and meals. Residents in assisted living typically live in their private apartments or rooms but have access to 24-hour staff support and a range of services and amenities.
  • Memory Care or Alzheimer’s Care Facilities: These specialized facilities cater to individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. They provide a secure and structured environment with trained staff members who offer personalized care, cognitive stimulation, and safety measures specifically tailored to the needs of residents with memory impairment.
  • Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs): CCRCs offer a continuum of care services, including independent living, assisted living, and nursing care, all within the same community. This allows residents to transition seamlessly between different levels of care as their needs change over time.

Senior housing communities often prioritize creating a safe and accessible environment for older adults, incorporating features like grab bars, wheelchair accessibility, emergency call systems, and age-friendly design elements. They may also provide various recreational and wellness programs, healthcare services, and access to amenities like fitness centers, beauty salons, libraries, faith worship center, and communal dining areas.

The specific offerings, services, and costs of senior housing can vary depending on the location, type of community, and individual needs of the residents.

A Historical Look at Senior Housing

The history of senior housing can be traced back to the early 20th century when the concept of providing specialized housing for older adults began to emerge. In a general sense, the history of senior housing reflects society’s recognition of the unique needs and preferences of aging adults. The development of specialized housing options has evolved to accommodate societal changes, different levels of care, lifestyles, budgets, and desires for community engagement. The growing needs of the aging population lead the direction of these ongoing changes. Today’s senior housing promotes independence and well-being among all seniors, inclusive of their unique needs.

Here is a timeline of important milestones in the historical sense:

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  1. Early Concepts: In the early 20th century, a few pioneers recognized the need for housing options specifically designed for older adults. In the United States, retirement homes and retirement communities started to appear, offering accommodations for seniors looking for a supportive and social environment.
  1. The Great Depression: The Great Depression of the 1930s brought significant challenges for older adults. Many elderly individuals struggled financially and lacked adequate housing. The federal government responded by establishing programs like the Federal Emergency Relief Administration (FERA) and the Works Progress Administration (WPA), which built low-cost housing for seniors.
  1. Post-World War II: After World War II, there was a surge in housing demand, including for older adults. The creation of social security programs and increased life expectancy contributed to a growing need for age-specific housing. During this time, retirement communities and nursing homes began to develop across the United States.
  1. Subsidized Housing: In the 1960s and 1970s, the U.S. government implemented programs to provide subsidized housing for low-income older adults. The Housing for Older Persons Act of 1995 also introduced exemptions for age-restricted communities that meet certain criteria.
  1. Assisted Living: The 1980s and 1990s witnessed the rise of assisted living facilities, which bridged the gap between independent living and nursing homes. Assisted living communities offered a combination of housing, personal care services, and social activities to support seniors with varying levels of independence.
  1. Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs): CCRCs emerged as comprehensive senior housing options that provide a continuum of care. These communities offer independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care all within one location, allowing residents to transition between different levels of care as their needs change.
  1. Aging in Place: In recent years, there has been a growing emphasis on aging in place, which refers to enabling older adults to stay in their own homes as they age. Home modifications, community-based services, and healthcare advancements have contributed to this movement, promoting independence and quality of life.

Why is Senior Housing Important?

According to the AARP https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/basics/info-2020/long-term-care.html?intcmp=AE-CAR-CRC-LL,

, “on average, a U.S. adult who reaches age 65 can expect to live for nearly 20 more years, according to a February 2022 report from the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS). The federal government estimates that 7 in 10 of them will need some form of long-term care in their lifetime, and 1 in 5 will need it for more than five years.”

Most of us can agree that the array of choices in senior housing is critical to our most vulnerable population, our aging population, which includes our loved ones such as our very own aging parents.  We want to ensure their needs are being met but also, that they can enjoy a quality of life for their remaining years.

Here are several reasons why senior housing is important to our aging population:

  1. Aging Population: Many countries, including the United States, are experiencing a significant increase in their elderly population. This is primarily due to advancements in healthcare and improved life expectancy. Senior housing provides specialized living environments and services tailored to the needs of older adults.

Newly released census data in May 2023, based off the 2020 Census, reveals valuable information notably that “in 2020, there were 55.8 million people age 65 and over in the United States (16.8% of the total population), up 38.6% from 40.3 million in 2010.This growth primarily reflected the aging baby boom cohort.” To read more, visit: https://www.census.gov/newsroom/press-releases/2023/2020-census-demographic-profile-and-dhc.html

  1. Safety and Security: Senior housing facilities are designed to prioritize the safety and security of elderly residents. They often have features such as emergency response systems, accessible layouts, handrails, and other safety measures to prevent accidents and provide peace of mind for residents and their families.
  1. Health and Well-being: Senior housing communities often offer amenities and services that promote the health and well-being of older adults. These can include fitness centers, recreational activities, social events, access to healthcare services, and assistance with daily living activities. Such resources help seniors maintain an active and engaged lifestyle, reducing isolation and improving overall quality of life. Maintaining a healthy weight and staying fit is important for seniors as it has impact on their brains (https://www.aarp.org/health/brain-health/info-2023/how-excess-weight-affects-brain-health.html)
  1. Accessibility and Convenience: As individuals age, their mobility and accessibility needs may change. Senior housing communities are designed to accommodate these changing needs, with features like ramps, elevators, wide doorways, and grab bars. Additionally, these communities often provide convenient access to services such as transportation, shopping centers, and healthcare facilities, making it easier for seniors to meet their daily needs.
  1. Socialization and Community: Senior housing communities foster social connections and a sense of community among residents. Older adults may face increased isolation and loneliness, especially if they live alone or have limited social networks. By living in a community with peers, they have opportunities for social interaction, friendship, and engagement in group activities, which can have positive effects on mental and emotional well-being.

  2. Customized Care and Support: Some senior housing options, such as assisted living or memory care facilities, provide specialized care and support for seniors with specific medical or cognitive needs. These facilities have trained staff who can assist with medication management, personal care, and other health-related needs. Such care can be crucial for older adults who require additional support to maintain their independence and quality of life.

Overall, senior housing plays a vital role in meeting the unique needs of older adults, promoting their safety, well-being, and social connectedness while providing an environment that caters to their changing requirements as they age.

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Visitation Guidelines in response to the “No Patient/Person Left Alone Act”
1. In-person visitation is allowed under the following circumstances, unless the resident objects:
a. A resident needs cueing or encouragement to eat or drink which was previously provided by a
family, friend, or private caregiver.
b. Resident is experiencing emotional distress or grieving the loss of a family or friend.
c. End-of-life
d. Resident was living with family, friend, or private caregiver before being admitted to the
community and is having a hard time adapting with the change in environment.

2. In order to meet infection control protocols, each visitor will follow a check-in and screening process:
a. Visitors will not be required to submit proof of any vaccination or immunization
b. Visitation may not occur if the visitor does not pass the community screening process
recommended by state or federal guidelines:
i. cough, fever or chills, vomiting or diarrhea, new loss of taste or smell.

3. The community may require visitors to use a facemask or other personal protective equipment (PPE) as
required by local, state, or federal law.
4. Visitors must sanitize hands with an alcohol-based hand rub or by handwashing with soap and water
when entering the community. Angels Senior Living shall provide alcohol-based hand sanitizing solution
throughout the community.
5. It is recommended visitation occur in the resident’s room or outside where all parties can practice social
distancing. In addition, residents and visitors shall wash their hands or use alcohol-based hand sanitizer
before and after visitation.
6. The community shall provide visitation between the hours of 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. The size of the building
and the physical space should be taken into consideration when considering the number of visitors per
resident. There is no limit to the length of visitation however the visitation hours and the number of
visitors may require limitations based on local, state, and federal guidelines.
7. Visitation guidelines and infection control education are available in advance, on our website.
www.angelsseniorliving.com
8. Residents and visitors may have consensual physical contact while practicing hand hygiene before and
after contact.
9. The community can at any time suspend in-person visitation of a specific person if the visitor is unable to
adhere to the following:
a. The core principles of infection control and prevention
b. Violates the community’s policy and procedure
c. The community is required to suspend or limit visitation under local, state, or federal law.
10. The Administrator or Designee shall be responsible for compliance with these policy and procedures and can also provide a copy of our infection control and education policies for visitors.

Address: 14527 N. Florida Avenue, Tampa, FL 33613

License #6694

Visitation Guidelines in response to the “No Patient/Person Left Alone Act”
1. In-person visitation is allowed under the following circumstances, unless the resident objects:
a. A resident needs cueing or encouragement to eat or drink which was previously provided by a
family, friend, or private caregiver.
b. Resident is experiencing emotional distress or grieving the loss of a family or friend.
c. End-of-life
d. Resident was living with family, friend, or private caregiver before being admitted to the
community and is having a hard time adapting with the change in environment.

2. In order to meet infection control protocols, each visitor will follow a check-in and screening process:
a. Visitors will not be required to submit proof of any vaccination or immunization
b. Visitation may not occur if the visitor does not pass the community screening process
recommended by state or federal guidelines:
i. cough, fever or chills, vomiting or diarrhea, new loss of taste or smell.

3. The community may require visitors to use a facemask or other personal protective equipment (PPE) as
required by local, state, or federal law.
4. Visitors must sanitize hands with an alcohol-based hand rub or by handwashing with soap and water
when entering the community. Angels Senior Living shall provide alcohol-based hand sanitizing solution
throughout the community.
5. It is recommended visitation occur in the resident’s room or outside where all parties can practice social
distancing. In addition, residents and visitors shall wash their hands or use alcohol-based hand sanitizer
before and after visitation.
6. The community shall provide visitation between the hours of 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. The size of the building
and the physical space should be taken into consideration when considering the number of visitors per
resident. There is no limit to the length of visitation however the visitation hours and the number of
visitors may require limitations based on local, state, and federal guidelines.
7. Visitation guidelines and infection control education are available in advance, on our website.
www.angelsseniorliving.com
8. Residents and visitors may have consensual physical contact while practicing hand hygiene before and
after contact.
9. The community can at any time suspend in-person visitation of a specific person if the visitor is unable to
adhere to the following:
a. The core principles of infection control and prevention
b. Violates the community’s policy and procedure
c. The community is required to suspend or limit visitation under local, state, or federal law.
10. The Administrator or Designee shall be responsible for compliance with these policy and procedures and can also provide a copy of our infection control and education policies for visitors.

Address: 21021 Betel Palm Lane, Land O’ Lakes, FL 34638
License #12268

Visitation Guidelines in response to the “No Patient/Person Left Alone Act”
1. In-person visitation is allowed under the following circumstances, unless the resident objects:
a. A resident needs cueing or encouragement to eat or drink which was previously provided by a
family, friend, or private caregiver.
b. Resident is experiencing emotional distress or grieving the loss of a family or friend.
c. End-of-life
d. Resident was living with family, friend, or private caregiver before being admitted to the
community and is having a hard time adapting with the change in environment.

2. In order to meet infection control protocols, each visitor will follow a check-in and screening process:
a. Visitors will not be required to submit proof of any vaccination or immunization
b. Visitation may not occur if the visitor does not pass the community screening process
recommended by state or federal guidelines:
i. cough, fever or chills, vomiting or diarrhea, new loss of taste or smell.

3. The community may require visitors to use a facemask or other personal protective equipment (PPE) as
required by local, state, or federal law.
4. Visitors must sanitize hands with an alcohol-based hand rub or by handwashing with soap and water
when entering the community. Angels Senior Living shall provide alcohol-based hand sanitizing solution
throughout the community.
5. It is recommended visitation occur in the resident’s room or outside where all parties can practice social
distancing. In addition, residents and visitors shall wash their hands or use alcohol-based hand sanitizer
before and after visitation.
6. The community shall provide visitation between the hours of 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. The size of the building
and the physical space should be taken into consideration when considering the number of visitors per
resident. There is no limit to the length of visitation however the visitation hours and the number of
visitors may require limitations based on local, state, and federal guidelines.
7. Visitation guidelines and infection control education are available in advance, on our website.
www.angelsseniorliving.com
8. Residents and visitors may have consensual physical contact while practicing hand hygiene before and
after contact.
9. The community can at any time suspend in-person visitation of a specific person if the visitor is unable to
adhere to the following:
a. The core principles of infection control and prevention
b. Violates the community’s policy and procedure
c. The community is required to suspend or limit visitation under local, state, or federal law.
10. The Administrator or Designee shall be responsible for compliance with these policy and procedures and can also provide a copy of our infection control and education policies for visitors.

Address: 14712 N. 42nd Street, Tampa, FL 33613

License #12507

Visitation Guidelines in response to the “No Patient/Person Left Alone Act”
1. In-person visitation is allowed under the following circumstances, unless the resident objects:
a. A resident needs cueing or encouragement to eat or drink which was previously provided by a
family, friend, or private caregiver.
b. Resident is experiencing emotional distress or grieving the loss of a family or friend.
c. End-of-life
d. Resident was living with family, friend, or private caregiver before being admitted to the
community and is having a hard time adapting with the change in environment.

2. In order to meet infection control protocols, each visitor will follow a check-in and screening process:
a. Visitors will not be required to submit proof of any vaccination or immunization
b. Visitation may not occur if the visitor does not pass the community screening process
recommended by state or federal guidelines:
i. cough, fever or chills, vomiting or diarrhea, new loss of taste or smell.

3. The community may require visitors to use a facemask or other personal protective equipment (PPE) as
required by local, state, or federal law.
4. Visitors must sanitize hands with an alcohol-based hand rub or by handwashing with soap and water
when entering the community. Angels Senior Living shall provide alcohol-based hand sanitizing solution
throughout the community.
5. It is recommended visitation occur in the resident’s room or outside where all parties can practice social
distancing. In addition, residents and visitors shall wash their hands or use alcohol-based hand sanitizer
before and after visitation.
6. The community shall provide visitation between the hours of 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. The size of the building
and the physical space should be taken into consideration when considering the number of visitors per
resident. There is no limit to the length of visitation however the visitation hours and the number of
visitors may require limitations based on local, state, and federal guidelines.
7. Visitation guidelines and infection control education are available in advance, on our website.
www.angelsseniorliving.com
8. Residents and visitors may have consensual physical contact while practicing hand hygiene before and
after contact.
9. The community can at any time suspend in-person visitation of a specific person if the visitor is unable to
adhere to the following:
a. The core principles of infection control and prevention
b. Violates the community’s policy and procedure
c. The community is required to suspend or limit visitation under local, state, or federal law.
10. The Administrator or Designee shall be responsible for compliance with these policy and procedures and can also provide a copy of our infection control and education policies for visitors.

Address: 1655 Curlew Road, Palm Harbor, FL 34683

License #8733

Visitation Guidelines in response to the “No Patient/Person Left Alone Act”
1. In-person visitation is allowed under the following circumstances, unless the resident objects:
a. A resident needs cueing or encouragement to eat or drink which was previously provided by a
family, friend, or private caregiver.
b. Resident is experiencing emotional distress or grieving the loss of a family or friend.
c. End-of-life
d. Resident was living with family, friend, or private caregiver before being admitted to the
community and is having a hard time adapting with the change in environment.

2. In order to meet infection control protocols, each visitor will follow a check-in and screening process:
a. Visitors will not be required to submit proof of any vaccination or immunization
b. Visitation may not occur if the visitor does not pass the community screening process
recommended by state or federal guidelines:
i. cough, fever or chills, vomiting or diarrhea, new loss of taste or smell.

3. The community may require visitors to use a facemask or other personal protective equipment (PPE) as
required by local, state, or federal law.
4. Visitors must sanitize hands with an alcohol-based hand rub or by handwashing with soap and water
when entering the community. Angels Senior Living shall provide alcohol-based hand sanitizing solution
throughout the community.
5. It is recommended visitation occur in the resident’s room or outside where all parties can practice social
distancing. In addition, residents and visitors shall wash their hands or use alcohol-based hand sanitizer
before and after visitation.
6. The community shall provide visitation between the hours of 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. The size of the building
and the physical space should be taken into consideration when considering the number of visitors per
resident. There is no limit to the length of visitation however the visitation hours and the number of
visitors may require limitations based on local, state, and federal guidelines.
7. Visitation guidelines and infection control education are available in advance, on our website.
www.angelsseniorliving.com
8. Residents and visitors may have consensual physical contact while practicing hand hygiene before and
after contact.
9. The community can at any time suspend in-person visitation of a specific person if the visitor is unable to
adhere to the following:
a. The core principles of infection control and prevention
b. Violates the community’s policy and procedure
c. The community is required to suspend or limit visitation under local, state, or federal law.
10. The Administrator or Designee shall be responsible for compliance with these policy and procedures and can also provide a copy of our infection control and education policies for visitors.

Address: 3720 West Bay to Bay Blvd. Tampa, FL 33629

License #9298

Visitation Guidelines in response to the “No Patient/Person Left Alone Act”
1. In-person visitation is allowed under the following circumstances, unless the resident objects:
a. A resident needs cueing or encouragement to eat or drink which was previously provided by a
family, friend, or private caregiver.
b. Resident is experiencing emotional distress or grieving the loss of a family or friend.
c. End-of-life
d. Resident was living with family, friend, or private caregiver before being admitted to the
community and is having a hard time adapting with the change in environment.

2. In order to meet infection control protocols, each visitor will follow a check-in and screening process:
a. Visitors will not be required to submit proof of any vaccination or immunization
b. Visitation may not occur if the visitor does not pass the community screening process
recommended by state or federal guidelines:
i. cough, fever or chills, vomiting or diarrhea, new loss of taste or smell.

3. The community may require visitors to use a facemask or other personal protective equipment (PPE) as
required by local, state, or federal law.
4. Visitors must sanitize hands with an alcohol-based hand rub or by handwashing with soap and water
when entering the community. Angels Senior Living shall provide alcohol-based hand sanitizing solution
throughout the community.
5. It is recommended visitation occur in the resident’s room or outside where all parties can practice social
distancing. In addition, residents and visitors shall wash their hands or use alcohol-based hand sanitizer
before and after visitation.
6. The community shall provide visitation between the hours of 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. The size of the building
and the physical space should be taken into consideration when considering the number of visitors per
resident. There is no limit to the length of visitation however the visitation hours and the number of
visitors may require limitations based on local, state, and federal guidelines.
7. Visitation guidelines and infection control education are available in advance, on our website.
www.angelsseniorliving.com
8. Residents and visitors may have consensual physical contact while practicing hand hygiene before and
after contact.
9. The community can at any time suspend in-person visitation of a specific person if the visitor is unable to
adhere to the following:
a. The core principles of infection control and prevention
b. Violates the community’s policy and procedure
c. The community is required to suspend or limit visitation under local, state, or federal law.
10. The Administrator or Designee shall be responsible for compliance with these policy and procedures and can also provide a copy of our infection control and education policies for visitors.

Address: 5750 S. Honore Avenue, Sarasota, FL 34233

License #13217

Visitation Guidelines in response to the “No Patient/Person Left Alone Act”
1. In-person visitation is allowed under the following circumstances, unless the resident objects:
a. A resident needs cueing or encouragement to eat or drink which was previously provided by a
family, friend, or private caregiver.
b. Resident is experiencing emotional distress or grieving the loss of a family or friend.
c. End-of-life
d. Resident was living with family, friend, or private caregiver before being admitted to the
community and is having a hard time adapting with the change in environment.

2. In order to meet infection control protocols, each visitor will follow a check-in and screening process:
a. Visitors will not be required to submit proof of any vaccination or immunization
b. Visitation may not occur if the visitor does not pass the community screening process
recommended by state or federal guidelines:
i. cough, fever or chills, vomiting or diarrhea, new loss of taste or smell.

3. The community may require visitors to use a facemask or other personal protective equipment (PPE) as
required by local, state, or federal law.
4. Visitors must sanitize hands with an alcohol-based hand rub or by handwashing with soap and water
when entering the community. Angels Senior Living shall provide alcohol-based hand sanitizing solution
throughout the community.
5. It is recommended visitation occur in the resident’s room or outside where all parties can practice social
distancing. In addition, residents and visitors shall wash their hands or use alcohol-based hand sanitizer
before and after visitation.
6. The community shall provide visitation between the hours of 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. The size of the building
and the physical space should be taken into consideration when considering the number of visitors per
resident. There is no limit to the length of visitation however the visitation hours and the number of
visitors may require limitations based on local, state, and federal guidelines.
7. Visitation guidelines and infection control education are available in advance, on our website.
www.angelsseniorliving.com
8. Residents and visitors may have consensual physical contact while practicing hand hygiene before and
after contact.
9. The community can at any time suspend in-person visitation of a specific person if the visitor is unable to
adhere to the following:
a. The core principles of infection control and prevention
b. Violates the community’s policy and procedure
c. The community is required to suspend or limit visitation under local, state, or federal law.
10. The Administrator or Designee shall be responsible for compliance with these policy and procedures and can also provide a copy of our infection control and education policies for visitors.

Address: 3330 S. MacDill Ave., Tampa, FL 33629

License #8348

Visitation Guidelines in response to the “No Patient/Person Left Alone Act”
1. In-person visitation is allowed under the following circumstances, unless the resident objects:
a. A resident needs cueing or encouragement to eat or drink which was previously provided by a
family, friend, or private caregiver.
b. Resident is experiencing emotional distress or grieving the loss of a family or friend.
c. End-of-life
d. Resident was living with family, friend, or private caregiver before being admitted to the
community and is having a hard time adapting with the change in environment.

2. In order to meet infection control protocols, each visitor will follow a check-in and screening process:
a. Visitors will not be required to submit proof of any vaccination or immunization
b. Visitation may not occur if the visitor does not pass the community screening process
recommended by state or federal guidelines:
i. cough, fever or chills, vomiting or diarrhea, new loss of taste or smell.

3. The community may require visitors to use a facemask or other personal protective equipment (PPE) as
required by local, state, or federal law.
4. Visitors must sanitize hands with an alcohol-based hand rub or by handwashing with soap and water
when entering the community. Angels Senior Living shall provide alcohol-based hand sanitizing solution
throughout the community.
5. It is recommended visitation occur in the resident’s room or outside where all parties can practice social
distancing. In addition, residents and visitors shall wash their hands or use alcohol-based hand sanitizer
before and after visitation.
6. The community shall provide visitation between the hours of 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. The size of the building
and the physical space should be taken into consideration when considering the number of visitors per
resident. There is no limit to the length of visitation however the visitation hours and the number of
visitors may require limitations based on local, state, and federal guidelines.
7. Visitation guidelines and infection control education are available in advance, on our website.
www.angelsseniorliving.com
8. Residents and visitors may have consensual physical contact while practicing hand hygiene before and
after contact.
9. The community can at any time suspend in-person visitation of a specific person if the visitor is unable to
adhere to the following:
a. The core principles of infection control and prevention
b. Violates the community’s policy and procedure
c. The community is required to suspend or limit visitation under local, state, or federal law.
10. The Administrator or Designee shall be responsible for compliance with these policy and procedures and can also provide a copy of our infection control and education policies for visitors.

Address: 18440 Exciting Idlewild Blvd, Lutz, FL 33548

License #12899

Visitation Guidelines in response to the “No Patient/Person Left Alone Act”
1. In-person visitation is allowed under the following circumstances, unless the resident objects:
a. A resident needs cueing or encouragement to eat or drink which was previously provided by a
family, friend, or private caregiver.
b. Resident is experiencing emotional distress or grieving the loss of a family or friend.
c. End-of-life
d. Resident was living with family, friend, or private caregiver before being admitted to the
community and is having a hard time adapting with the change in environment.

2. In order to meet infection control protocols, each visitor will follow a check-in and screening process:
a. Visitors will not be required to submit proof of any vaccination or immunization
b. Visitation may not occur if the visitor does not pass the community screening process
recommended by state or federal guidelines:
i. cough, fever or chills, vomiting or diarrhea, new loss of taste or smell.

3. The community may require visitors to use a facemask or other personal protective equipment (PPE) as
required by local, state, or federal law.
4. Visitors must sanitize hands with an alcohol-based hand rub or by handwashing with soap and water
when entering the community. Angels Senior Living shall provide alcohol-based hand sanitizing solution
throughout the community.
5. It is recommended visitation occur in the resident’s room or outside where all parties can practice social
distancing. In addition, residents and visitors shall wash their hands or use alcohol-based hand sanitizer
before and after visitation.
6. The community shall provide visitation between the hours of 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. The size of the building
and the physical space should be taken into consideration when considering the number of visitors per
resident. There is no limit to the length of visitation however the visitation hours and the number of
visitors may require limitations based on local, state, and federal guidelines.
7. Visitation guidelines and infection control education are available in advance, on our website.
www.angelsseniorliving.com
8. Residents and visitors may have consensual physical contact while practicing hand hygiene before and
after contact.
9. The community can at any time suspend in-person visitation of a specific person if the visitor is unable to
adhere to the following:
a. The core principles of infection control and prevention
b. Violates the community’s policy and procedure
c. The community is required to suspend or limit visitation under local, state, or federal law.
10. The Administrator or Designee shall be responsible for compliance with these policy and procedures and can also provide a copy of our infection control and education policies for visitors.

Address: 18420 Exciting Idlewild Blvd, Lutz, FL 33548

License #13750

Visitation Guidelines in response to the “No Patient/Person Left Alone Act”
1. In-person visitation is allowed under the following circumstances, unless the resident objects:
a. A resident needs cueing or encouragement to eat or drink which was previously provided by a
family, friend, or private caregiver.
b. Resident is experiencing emotional distress or grieving the loss of a family or friend.
c. End-of-life
d. Resident was living with family, friend, or private caregiver before being admitted to the
community and is having a hard time adapting with the change in environment.

2. In order to meet infection control protocols, each visitor will follow a check-in and screening process:
a. Visitors will not be required to submit proof of any vaccination or immunization
b. Visitation may not occur if the visitor does not pass the community screening process
recommended by state or federal guidelines:
i. cough, fever or chills, vomiting or diarrhea, new loss of taste or smell.

3. The community may require visitors to use a facemask or other personal protective equipment (PPE) as
required by local, state, or federal law.
4. Visitors must sanitize hands with an alcohol-based hand rub or by handwashing with soap and water
when entering the community. Angels Senior Living shall provide alcohol-based hand sanitizing solution
throughout the community.
5. It is recommended visitation occur in the resident’s room or outside where all parties can practice social
distancing. In addition, residents and visitors shall wash their hands or use alcohol-based hand sanitizer
before and after visitation.
6. The community shall provide visitation between the hours of 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. The size of the building
and the physical space should be taken into consideration when considering the number of visitors per
resident. There is no limit to the length of visitation however the visitation hours and the number of
visitors may require limitations based on local, state, and federal guidelines.
7. Visitation guidelines and infection control education are available in advance, on our website.
www.angelsseniorliving.com
8. Residents and visitors may have consensual physical contact while practicing hand hygiene before and
after contact.
9. The community can at any time suspend in-person visitation of a specific person if the visitor is unable to
adhere to the following:
a. The core principles of infection control and prevention
b. Violates the community’s policy and procedure
c. The community is required to suspend or limit visitation under local, state, or federal law.
10. The Administrator or Designee shall be responsible for compliance with these policy and procedures and can also provide a copy of our infection control and education policies for visitors.

Address: 6716 Congress Street, New Port Richey, FL 34653

License #12688

Visitation Guidelines in response to the “No Patient/Person Left Alone Act”
1. In-person visitation is allowed under the following circumstances, unless the resident objects:
a. A resident needs cueing or encouragement to eat or drink which was previously provided by a
family, friend, or private caregiver.
b. Resident is experiencing emotional distress or grieving the loss of a family or friend.
c. End-of-life
d. Resident was living with family, friend, or private caregiver before being admitted to the
community and is having a hard time adapting with the change in environment.

2. In order to meet infection control protocols, each visitor will follow a check-in and screening process:
a. Visitors will not be required to submit proof of any vaccination or immunization
b. Visitation may not occur if the visitor does not pass the community screening process
recommended by state or federal guidelines:
i. cough, fever or chills, vomiting or diarrhea, new loss of taste or smell.

3. The community may require visitors to use a facemask or other personal protective equipment (PPE) as
required by local, state, or federal law.
4. Visitors must sanitize hands with an alcohol-based hand rub or by handwashing with soap and water
when entering the community. Angels Senior Living shall provide alcohol-based hand sanitizing solution
throughout the community.
5. It is recommended visitation occur in the resident’s room or outside where all parties can practice social
distancing. In addition, residents and visitors shall wash their hands or use alcohol-based hand sanitizer
before and after visitation.
6. The community shall provide visitation between the hours of 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. The size of the building
and the physical space should be taken into consideration when considering the number of visitors per
resident. There is no limit to the length of visitation however the visitation hours and the number of
visitors may require limitations based on local, state, and federal guidelines.
7. Visitation guidelines and infection control education are available in advance, on our website.
www.angelsseniorliving.com
8. Residents and visitors may have consensual physical contact while practicing hand hygiene before and
after contact.
9. The community can at any time suspend in-person visitation of a specific person if the visitor is unable to
adhere to the following:
a. The core principles of infection control and prevention
b. Violates the community’s policy and procedure
c. The community is required to suspend or limit visitation under local, state, or federal law.
10. The Administrator or Designee shall be responsible for compliance with these policy and procedures and can also provide a copy of our infection control and education policies for visitors.

Address: 3175 Belcher Road, Dunedin, FL 34698

License #10034

Visitation Guidelines in response to the “No Patient/Person Left Alone Act”
1. In-person visitation is allowed under the following circumstances, unless the resident objects:
a. A resident needs cueing or encouragement to eat or drink which was previously provided by a
family, friend, or private caregiver.
b. Resident is experiencing emotional distress or grieving the loss of a family or friend.
c. End-of-life
d. Resident was living with family, friend, or private caregiver before being admitted to the
community and is having a hard time adapting with the change in environment.

2. In order to meet infection control protocols, each visitor will follow a check-in and screening process:
a. Visitors will not be required to submit proof of any vaccination or immunization
b. Visitation may not occur if the visitor does not pass the community screening process
recommended by state or federal guidelines:
i. cough, fever or chills, vomiting or diarrhea, new loss of taste or smell.

3. The community may require visitors to use a facemask or other personal protective equipment (PPE) as
required by local, state, or federal law.
4. Visitors must sanitize hands with an alcohol-based hand rub or by handwashing with soap and water
when entering the community. Angels Senior Living shall provide alcohol-based hand sanitizing solution
throughout the community.
5. It is recommended visitation occur in the resident’s room or outside where all parties can practice social
distancing. In addition, residents and visitors shall wash their hands or use alcohol-based hand sanitizer
before and after visitation.
6. The community shall provide visitation between the hours of 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. The size of the building
and the physical space should be taken into consideration when considering the number of visitors per
resident. There is no limit to the length of visitation however the visitation hours and the number of
visitors may require limitations based on local, state, and federal guidelines.
7. Visitation guidelines and infection control education are available in advance, on our website.
www.angelsseniorliving.com
8. Residents and visitors may have consensual physical contact while practicing hand hygiene before and
after contact.
9. The community can at any time suspend in-person visitation of a specific person if the visitor is unable to
adhere to the following:
a. The core principles of infection control and prevention
b. Violates the community’s policy and procedure
c. The community is required to suspend or limit visitation under local, state, or federal law.
10. The Administrator or Designee shall be responsible for compliance with these policy and procedures and can also provide a copy of our infection control and education policies for visitors.

Hacienda ALF Services
1510 E Palm Avenue
Tampa, FL 33605
 
License # 12164
 

Visitation Guidelines in response to the “No Patient/Person Left Alone Act”
1. In-person visitation is allowed under the following circumstances, unless the resident objects:
a. A resident needs cueing or encouragement to eat or drink which was previously provided by a
family, friend, or private caregiver.
b. Resident is experiencing emotional distress or grieving the loss of a family or friend.
c. End-of-life
d. Resident was living with family, friend, or private caregiver before being admitted to the
community and is having a hard time adapting with the change in environment.

2. In order to meet infection control protocols, each visitor will follow a check-in and screening process:
a. Visitors will not be required to submit proof of any vaccination or immunization
b. Visitation may not occur if the visitor does not pass the community screening process
recommended by state or federal guidelines:
i. cough, fever or chills, vomiting or diarrhea, new loss of taste or smell.

3. The community may require visitors to use a facemask or other personal protective equipment (PPE) as
required by local, state, or federal law.
4. Visitors must sanitize hands with an alcohol-based hand rub or by handwashing with soap and water
when entering the community. Angels Senior Living shall provide alcohol-based hand sanitizing solution
throughout the community.
5. It is recommended visitation occur in the resident’s room or outside where all parties can practice social
distancing. In addition, residents and visitors shall wash their hands or use alcohol-based hand sanitizer
before and after visitation.
6. The community shall provide visitation between the hours of 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. The size of the building
and the physical space should be taken into consideration when considering the number of visitors per
resident. There is no limit to the length of visitation however the visitation hours and the number of
visitors may require limitations based on local, state, and federal guidelines.
7. Visitation guidelines and infection control education are available in advance, on our website.
www.angelsseniorliving.com
8. Residents and visitors may have consensual physical contact while practicing hand hygiene before and
after contact.
9. The community can at any time suspend in-person visitation of a specific person if the visitor is unable to
adhere to the following:
a. The core principles of infection control and prevention
b. Violates the community’s policy and procedure
c. The community is required to suspend or limit visitation under local, state, or federal law.
10. The Administrator or Designee shall be responsible for compliance with these policy and procedures and
also can provide a copy of our infection control and education policies for visitors.

Magnolia Gardens Assisted Living Facility 3800 62nd Ave N.
Pinellas Park, FL
33781
License # AL10314
 

Visitation Guidelines in response to the “No Patient/Person Left Alone Act”
1. In-person visitation is allowed under the following circumstances, unless the resident objects:
a. A resident needs cueing or encouragement to eat or drink which was previously provided by a
family, friend, or private caregiver.
b. Resident is experiencing emotional distress or grieving the loss of a family or friend.
c. End-of-life
d. Resident was living with family, friend, or private caregiver before being admitted to the
community and is having a hard time adapting with the change in environment.

2. In order to meet infection control protocols, each visitor will follow a check-in and screening process:
a. Visitors will not be required to submit proof of any vaccination or immunization
b. Visitation may not occur if the visitor does not pass the community screening process
recommended by state or federal guidelines:
i. cough, fever or chills, vomiting or diarrhea, new loss of taste or smell.

3. The community may require visitors to use a facemask or other personal protective equipment (PPE) as
required by local, state, or federal law.
4. Visitors must sanitize hands with an alcohol-based hand rub or by handwashing with soap and water
when entering the community. Angels Senior Living shall provide alcohol-based hand sanitizing solution
throughout the community.
5. It is recommended visitation occur in the resident’s room or outside where all parties can practice social
distancing. In addition, residents and visitors shall wash their hands or use alcohol-based hand sanitizer
before and after visitation.
6. The community shall provide visitation between the hours of 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. The size of the building
and the physical space should be taken into consideration when considering the number of visitors per
resident. There is no limit to the length of visitation however the visitation hours and the number of
visitors may require limitations based on local, state, and federal guidelines.
7. Visitation guidelines and infection control education are available in advance, on our website.
www.angelsseniorliving.com
8. Residents and visitors may have consensual physical contact while practicing hand hygiene before and
after contact.
9. The community can at any time suspend in-person visitation of a specific person if the visitor is unable to
adhere to the following:
a. The core principles of infection control and prevention
b. Violates the community’s policy and procedure
c. The community is required to suspend or limit visitation under local, state, or federal law.
10. The Administrator or Designee shall be responsible for compliance with these policy and procedures and
also can provide a copy of our infection control and education policies for visitors.

Angels Senior Living Corporate Office
4801 George Rd, Suite 190 Tampa, FL 33634