When a loved one begins to need more support than traditional assisted living can provide, but may not yet require the full scope of memory care or skilled nursing, families often find themselves in an in-between space. This is where enhanced assisted living comes in, offering a bridge that ensures safety, dignity, and comfort without compromising independence.
At Kensington Park in Kensington, MD, we recognize the importance of tailoring care to meet each individual’s evolving needs.
Our enhanced assisted living program provides elevated clinical support within a nurturing, community-focused environment.
This guide will explain what enhanced assisted living is, how it differs from traditional models, and what makes enhanced assisted living at Kensington Park such a valuable option for families seeking clarity and peace of mind.
Defining Enhanced Assisted Living
Enhanced assisted living is designed for individuals who need more hands-on or frequent care than what traditional assisted living offers, but who still benefit from living in a residential, non-institutional setting.
This level of care may be ideal for individuals who:
- Require two-person assistance with mobility or personal care
- Need more frequent help with incontinence management
- Have chronic conditions that require monitoring (e.g., diabetes, COPD)
- Need enhanced fall prevention or safety interventions
- Take multiple medications or require frequent nursing oversight
- Would benefit from closer team-to-resident ratios and 24/7 care availability
At Kensington Park, we offer a comprehensive range of support, enabling residents to maintain their routines, preferences, and sense of self. No two people are alike, so no two care plans are, either.
How Enhanced Assisted Living Differs from Traditional Assisted Living
In a traditional assisted living setting, support is often limited to light activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, and medication reminders.
While these communities offer help, they typically aren’t equipped to support higher medical needs or complex care scenarios.
Enhanced assisted living at Kensington Park goes further by offering:
- Licensed nurses are onsite 24/7, not just during business hours
- Higher acuity care for individuals with complex health needs
- Advanced safety features such as motion sensors or chair alarms
- Closer care team coordination with physicians and outside providers
- Flexible care plans that evolve as residents’ needs change
- Increased support for chronic illness management
This model enables residents to age in place, reducing the need for future relocation and maintaining their connection to a familiar and supportive environment.
What Enhanced Assisted Living Looks Like at Kensington Park
We’ve designed our enhanced assisted living services with one goal in mind: to meet your loved one’s health and wellness needs while preserving their joy and independence.
At Kensington Park, residents enjoy:
- Beautiful private suites with safety modifications and emergency response systems
- Restaurant-style dining with options tailored to dietary needs and preferences
- Daily life enrichment activities such as fitness, music, art, and spiritual programs
- On-site physical, occupational, and speech therapy through rehabilitation services
- Personal care services, including assistance with mobility, grooming, and medication management
- Clinical oversight by a licensed nurse 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
By offering enhanced services in a warm and homelike environment, we ensure residents receive the care they need without feeling institutionalized or disconnected.
The Benefits of Enhanced Assisted Living for Families
For many families, one of the most stressful aspects of caregiving is uncertainty. Will my loved one be safe during the night? What happens if their care needs change? Can they stay in the same community in the long term?
Enhanced assisted living at Kensington Park helps answer those questions with:
- Continuity of care: Residents can remain in the same familiar setting even as their health changes.
- Personalized attention: Individualized care plans and close monitoring by licensed professionals.
- Peace of mind: Knowing that help is always available, day or night.
- Family support: Access to caregiver resources, support groups, and regular care updates.
When loved ones receive the right level of support, the entire family benefits with less stress, more quality time, and greater confidence in the future.
When Is It Time to Consider Enhanced Assisted Living?
Some signs that enhanced assisted living may be the right next step include:
- An increase in falls or near-miss incidents
- A new diagnosis that requires close management (e.g., congestive heart failure)
- Frequent hospital visits or emergency calls
- Noticeable changes in mobility, memory, or continence
- Caregiver fatigue or family burnout
- Current assisted living no longer meets your loved one’s needs
We’re here to help you evaluate your options and determine whether enhanced assisted living is the right fit.
Contact us to speak with our team or schedule a personal tour.
Seamless Transitions Within a Continuum of Care
At Kensington Park, we offer a true continuum of care, allowing residents to transition seamlessly between care levels without leaving our community. Whether they begin with assisted living, join The Kensington Club for early-stage memory care, or eventually need full memory support in Connections or Haven, their care plan will evolve without disrupting their sense of home.
This seamless model is beneficial for couples with differing needs or individuals with progressive conditions.
We’re proud to provide a home where aging in place is not only possible, it’s personal, compassionate, and enriching.
Expert Care Grounded in Compassion
Our care team is specially trained in advanced aging and dementia care techniques, including Teepa Snow’s Positive Approach to Care®. This ensures every interaction is rooted in empathy, patience, and personalized attention.
We don’t just respond to symptoms, we understand the whole person, their history, and their hopes. That’s why our care feels different, because it is.
At Kensington Park, Our Promise is simple yet profound: to love and care for your family as we do our own.
Discover Enhanced Assisted Living in Kensington, MD
We invite you to discover what makes Kensington Park’s enhanced assisted living truly different. Whether you’re planning ahead or facing a current challenge, we’re here to guide you with warmth and clarity.
Contact us today to learn more or schedule a tour. Let’s find the right path forward, together.