Certified Nursing Assistants, such as GNAs, are a vital part of senior living communities that fulfill the most hands-on role in the resident care process.

Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Registered Nurses (RNs) provide personal professional medical care to residents. Both require professional degrees.

Administration roles in a skilled nursing or assisted living community is multi-faceted one from managing finances, human relations, clinical operations, and resident and family satisfaction within the center to ensure its overall success.

In collaboration with health care professionals, social services personnel advocate for patients, help new residents adjust and provide counseling.

Therapists and related staff members work one-on-one with residents to help them regain and strengthen body functions.

Activities directors and staff add a little fun to residential life. They direct and assist with recreational activities and events.

It takes many hands to ensure life runs smoothly in a senior care community. Laundry, maintenance, housekeeping and dietary staff members all play vital roles.