How Long Does Move-In Take?

It varies widely depending on urgency and availability. If a unit is open and the situation is urgent -- for example, following a hospital discharge -- some communities can complete an assessment and move-in within a matter of days. In a less urgent, planned situation, the more typical timeline runs a few weeks to a couple of months, covering a required health assessment, paperwork, a physician's sign-off in some cases, and coordinating the physical move itself. Popular communities in desirable areas may also have a waitlist for the specific apartment size or level of care you want, which can extend the timeline regardless of how quickly your own paperwork moves.