You’ve probably heard of assisted living communities but maybe don’t fully understand what they provide or if they’re the right choice for you or your loved one. According to the National Center For Assisted Living, there are approximately 28,900 assisted living communities in the United States with more than 800,000 residents. Choosing an assisted living… Continue reading Assisted Living Defined
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What to Look for and Questions to Ask When Touring Senior Living Communities
You’ve finally determined that the senior lifestyle is the right choice. Now you need to find a senior living community that meets your needs. Moving into a senior living community is a big step. This is your next home, and you want to make the right decision. Finding a community that meets your needs takes… Continue reading What to Look for and Questions to Ask When Touring Senior Living Communities
Comparing the Cost of Senior Living With Staying at Home
There are many factors to consider when deciding whether to stay home or move to a senior living community. Many seniors remain in their homes for various reasons; they feel more comfortable and secure, closer to long-time friends and neighbors, and for financial reasons. It’s easy to assume that staying at home is significantly less… Continue reading Comparing the Cost of Senior Living With Staying at Home
November is National Hospice & Palliative Care Month
With each passing day, we all grow closer to the final chapters of our lives, and with very few exceptions, we will most likely experience a decline in our health along the way. For some of us, those changes will be gradual and subtle and for others it will be more pronounced and acute. Some… Continue reading November is National Hospice & Palliative Care Month
A Look at the Care Options in Senior Living Communities
There’s no better time to consider senior living than now! The senior living industry is evolving and continuously improving to meet the high expectations and needs of the growing senior community. Whether you’re highly active, need a little assistance with personal care, or are recovering from an illness or injury, there’s a senior living option… Continue reading A Look at the Care Options in Senior Living Communities
Dispelling the Most Common Fears Seniors Have About Senior Living
More and more seniors are considering some form of senior living. According to Senior Housing News, more than 30% of senior living communities have occupancy rates at or above 90%. Choosing to move into a senior living community is scary and emotional. Seniors and their families often have a lot of fear and hesitation when… Continue reading Dispelling the Most Common Fears Seniors Have About Senior Living
Determining Your Needs and Wants in Senior Living
Whether buying a car, new furniture, or our next vacation spot, we all struggle to distinguish between our wants and needs. Choosing a senior living community is a major life decision, and finding a community that checks all the boxes can be difficult, especially with all the different types of communities, care offerings, and various… Continue reading Determining Your Needs and Wants in Senior Living
Is Senior Living the Right Decision?
Are you trying to determine if senior living is the right decision for you or a loved one? You’re not alone! People are living longer than ever, and the need for long-term care will continue to increase. According to Senior Housing News, there are 6,000 online searches related to senior living made every hour in… Continue reading Is Senior Living the Right Decision?
What a Day in the Life of a Memory Care Resident is Like
If you’re considering memory care for a loved one, you may be overwhelmed with the choices, and nervous about making the right decision. You want to ensure your loved one is happy and well cared for. Memory care is a type of long-term senior living care for people with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of… Continue reading What a Day in the Life of a Memory Care Resident is Like
Comparing the Cost of Home to Senior Living
When choosing a long-term care solution for yourself or a loved one, there are many decisions to make. In-home care is the solution usually preferred by older adults who need long-term care and their loved ones, and there are advantages to remaining at home. Home is more familiar, less hassle, more comfortable, and, most assume,… Continue reading Comparing the Cost of Home to Senior Living