Typically, assisted living is geared toward the individual who is having problems keeping up with the daily chores of life due to physical limitations. Services usually include help with medication, assistance with bathing and help with special diets. Unlike nursing homes, contact for assisted living is usually made through the family of the resident or the resident themselves. Generally, the resident will tour the facility and be given time to plan for the future. Moderately priced, the fee includes maintenance, housekeeping, meals, utilities and cable.
Telephone service is extra and laundry facilities are available.
Also in Hays is a 33-apartment licensed assisted living facility called Alterra Sterling House. Located at 1801 E. 27th, Sterling House offers care as individualized as the residents themselves. While there is no skilled care available, residents can contract out for rehabilitative services. Alterra Sterling House typically has a waiting list, and they are planning to add adult day care and respite care in the future depending on availability. Also recently opened at 27th and Canal are independent living apartments connected with the Hays Good Samaritan Center.