Question 1

What types of assistance does a traditional nursing home provide? How is an independent living community different?

Accepted Answer

Nursing homes and independent living communities serve two different groups of seniors. Nursing homes serve the needs of seniors who are unable to live independently and need assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, oral care, and medication assistance.  
In contrast, independent living communities are designed for active seniors who are able to live independently but who prefer community-style living. Independent living communities are about enjoying a community of other seniors that caters to your lifestyle preferences. These communities are perfect for active seniors who need minimal assistance and want to live in a vibrant community of other seniors like themselves.

Question 2

How does the design of an independent living community differ from a nursing home?

Accepted Answer

One of the biggest differences between independent living communities and nursing homes is in the design of the residences. Independent living communities typically provide units akin to apartments, complete with one or two bedrooms, private bathrooms, full or partial kitchens, and living areas. Because these communities are designed for seniors who still live independently, living spaces are comparable to those in a typical townhouse or apartment home. Sunshine Retirement Living independent living communities are even pet-friendly, allowing seniors to bring their beloved furry friends to live with them. 
In contrast, a nursing home facility is designed to support seniors who need additional care or who are otherwise unable to live independently. Therefore, the dwelling areas in nursing homes typically include a sleeping area and bathroom, but do not include kitchens or separate living spaces.

Question 3

What types of services and amenities do independent living communities provide? How are they different from those provided in a nursing home?

Accepted Answer

Both nursing homes and independent living communities provide services like dining programs, housekeeping, and 24/7 staff for their residents. 
But because independent living communities are designed to make life easier and more fun for active seniors, these communities may give residents additional options like concierge services and on-call apartment maintenance. Independent living communities may also include features that active seniors can enjoy at their leisure, such as fitness centers, hair salons, movie theaters, art studios, taverns, libraries, computer centers, and chapels.

Question 4

What types of activities are available for residents at an independent living community?

Accepted Answer

Both nursing homes and independent living communities offer fun weekly outings and activities for residents to participate in, but the types of activities differ at each type of community. Residents can participate in entertainment activities such as board games, movie matinees, and crafts that at both types of facilities. But activities and events at nursing homes are more focused on in-community entertainment, and they require much more specialized supervision due to the residents’ care needs. In contrast, independent living communities can also host outings and events that include more physical activity, such as museum trips, community-hosted barbeques at a local park, walking clubs, or beanbag baseball. Events can also include restaurant outings and happy hours. 
 
For active seniors who wish to enjoy a flexible community lifestyle with others like themselves, Sunshine Retirement Living’s independent living communities are the perfect option.

Question 5

What are you doing in light of the COVID-19 virus to protect residents’ health at Canterbury Court?

Accepted Answer

In addition to adhering to hygiene and physical distancing guidelines set forth by the CDC and local
health authorities, We have temporarily changed our policies relating to visitors and how we conduct our activities and dining programs. Please see the new and specific temporary changes as they relate to this community by clicking here.

Question 6

Are you testing residents and staff at Canterbury Court?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The health and safety of Sunshine’s residents and employees are our top priority. As such,
Canterbury Court has partnered with Vikor Scientific to allow us to test our residents and employees
with their Respira-ID™ test kits. We will test under the following scenarios: (i) new residents moving in; (ii) residents coming back from a hospital visit; (iii) residents with COVID-19 symptoms; as well as (iv) staff showing COVID-19 symptoms.

Question 7

Are you accepting new residents during the pandemic at Canterbury Court?

Accepted Answer

Yes, new residents are accepted into the community after undergoing an extensive screening and
providing a negative test result, either through state-administered COVID testing or through Vikor
Scientific Respira-ID testing administered directly at Canterbury Court.

Question 8

What pandemic protocols are expected of new residents and/or their families during the move-in process at Canterbury Court?

Accepted Answer

We ask that families limit the number of persons assisting in the physical moving of the new
resident’s belonging in order to protect the resident population and staff. A move-in coordinator will
assist you by setting up a time in which to bring your loved one into the community and make them
comfortable in their new home. We will provide daily check-ins with you on your loved one’s process
and facilitate video conferencing calls so that you may continue to visit with them one-on-one while
ensuring that their safety and the health of the resident population and staff is not put at risk.

Question 9

What safety protocols do you have in place for resident and staff at Canterbury Court?

Accepted Answer

In addition to temporarily changing our visitor policy in order to reduce foot traffic within the
community, staff are required to wear personal protective gear including facemasks and gloves.

Question 10

Will I be able to see my parents if I move them in at Canterbury Court?

Accepted Answer

Per CDC and local health regulatory agency guidelines, we are restricting visitations in our community
except where required for medical care or by limited pre-approval by the community Executive Director
in order to protect our residents who are vulnerable to due to age and other medical conditions. We are
working with families and staff members to facilitate meaningful one-on-one or family group calls with
their loved ones via video messaging platforms. To schedule a video call with your loved one in our
community, please call (619) 274-8024.

Question 11

How long with the restrictions be in place at Canterbury Court?

Accepted Answer

We are following state and federal guidelines for physical distancing and will resume normal community visitation policies as soon as the guidelines recommend us doing so. We appreciate your understanding during this time as we work together to protect our residents and staff.

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