Taking Care of Mom and Dad: Residential Care Apartment Complexes

These are buildings with individual apartments. Unlike the other options, residents must be mentally competent when admitted and able to sign a risk agreement that spells out potential problems and a service agreement that specifies what services will be provided. Fees are set based on the services that are provided.

Typically, nursing oversight is required for caregivers who pass out medications. A service manager is responsible for day-to-day operations.