What is Direct Admission to a CCRC?

Typically, when older adults are considering moving to a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), they plan to enter at the independent living level where they can enjoy peace of mind knowing that help is just around the corner. Becoming a resident usually involves paying a one-time entrance fee (often partially refundable depending on contract type), along with a predictable monthly service fee that covers a wide range of amenities and services. For many, this is the ideal way to secure access to a full continuum of care if they ever need it in the future.

But did you know there’s another way to move into a CCRC? It’s called Direct Admission.

How Direct Admission Works

At RiverWoods, we know life doesn’t always go as planned. That’s why – depending on availability – we allow for a move directly into one of our healthcare neighborhoods where we offer assisted living, memory support, or enhanced assisted living (nursing care) services. With a direct admission, no entrance fee is required; instead, residents simply pay a monthly rate which covers their care and access to all the resort-style amenities RiverWoods is known for.

Here’s how it works:

  • Tour the community – Work with one of our dedicated sales counselors to determine the right campus that fits your needs and lifestyle.
  • Care assessment – Our clinical team conducts a medical assessment to determine the appropriate level of care.
  • Financial screening – We’ll review costs and your current financial status to ensure RiverWoods is a good fit for you.

Why Direct Admission Can Be a Great Option

Moving directly into a CCRC’s healthcare center offers a variety of benefits.

  • No lengthy wait times – Many CCRCs have long wait lists and cannot guarantee when you will be able to move in. With Direct Admission, you can access the community’s healthcare services right away if circumstances change and you or a loved one need support sooner than expected.
  • No health qualification hurdles – Most CCRCs require a health assessment to qualify for independent living. If you don’t need certain criteria, you may not be eligible to move in. Direct Admission offers another option if you have health needs now.
  • No large entrance fee – Unlike a typical move into a CCRC, Direct Admission doesn’t require a large financial commitment up front.
  • Flexibility when you need it – Knowing a CCRC offers Direct Admission ensures that if health need arise you can receive the right level of care in your community of choice.

Learn More About Direct Admission

If you or a loved one are searching for an assisted living or memory support community to call home, we’re here to help. Reach out today and see if Direct Admission is right for you. 

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