Why may residents be considered non-eligible for assisted living?

Residents may be considered non-eligible for assisted living if they need care exceeding the services that the facility can provide. Assisted living facilities are designed to support individuals who require assistance with some daily living activities, but they are not equipped to manage high levels of medical care. When a resident's needs surpass what the facility can safely and effectively address, such as requiring intensive nursing care or frequent medical interventions, they may need to seek a higher level of care, such as skilled nursing facilities, where there are more comprehensive medical resources.

In contrast, requirements such as companionship services or independence in daily activities do not affect eligibility in the same way; these can often be accommodated within assisted living. While having medical insurance may help with financial aspects of care, it does not strictly determine a person's eligibility for assisted living based on their needs for healthcare services.