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Frequently Asked Questions About Senior Living in Sioux City, IA

The Heritage at Northern Hills

Frequently Asked Questions

Joining an Independent Living community is a liberating choice for seniors, allowing them to embrace a simpler, stress-free lifestyle. It’s a farewell to the burdens of home maintenance and a warm welcome to a vibrant and active community with daily activities dedicated to improving your or your loved one’s well-being!

At The Heritage at Northern Hills, our Assisted Living services are tailored to provide personalized support for residents in their activities of daily living (ADLs). From helping with grooming, dressing, bathing, and meal preparation to promoting safe mobility and independence, our purpose is to cultivate a welcoming and caring community for your loved ones.

Living independently in a retirement community means having your own cozy apartment home in Sioux City at The Heritage at Northern Hills with various benefits, whether you live with a chosen companion or yourself.

Make the move to an Independent Living community and say goodbye to the hassles of owning a home. Enjoy the ability to travel without the worry of residential maintenance, thanks to the attentive team at The Heritage at Northern Hills, who will take care of everything for you. Our vibrant community offers endless opportunities to meet new people and make lasting friendships with our daily activities and numerous clubs. Plus, rest easy knowing that higher levels of health care are readily accessible if necessary.

As our loved ones age, we may notice changes in their physical and cognitive abilities.
Determining whether these changes are part of the normal aging process or if they necessitate a transition to Assisted Living requires thorough consideration. Here are signs to watch for when considering whether your loved ones may benefit from Assisted Living at The Heritage at Northern Hills:
• Forgetting daily tasks such as eating, bathing, dressing in clean clothes, managing medication, and how to use appliances
• Becoming restless, pacing, or wandering
• Forgetting how to return to familiar places
• Asking where past friends or family are
• Becoming agitated or nervous in crowded spaces like restaurants and shops
• Pulling away from interests and hobbies
• Unexplained depression, aggression, or anxiety

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