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10 Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

Are you wondering how to pay for assisted living? Read our tips on eight common ways that families pay for assisted living care.

5 important questions to ask yourself when picking a senior community

Not all senior communities are created equal. These 5 questions can help you decide which is right for you.

Why Older Adults May Shower or Bathe Less Than You Think Necessary

Once establishing some level of comfort, try to find out what is behind this lack of personal hygiene, with the intent of helping, not blaming. You might try these steps...

How To Choose Senior Housing In 5 Steps

5 steps for choosing senior housing. Know choices, determine needs, plan payment, take tours, and ask questions!

Is It Indigestion or A Heart Attack?

The holiday season can sometimes lead to unhealthy behaviors. We indulge at holiday buffets, enjoy an extra cocktail, skip our regular exercise and stress about everything that needs to be done. Perhaps that’s why there’s an increase in heart-related deaths during the holiday season. After analyzing 25 years of data and 53-million U.S. death certificates, researchers discovered the correlation, with heart-breaking numbers peaking on Christmas, the…

Sleep and Aging: Why Can't We Stay Asleep As We Get Older?

In a National Sleep Foundation survey of adults aged 55 and older, one-third of people aged 55-64 and one quarter of people aged 65-84 reported that their sleep

What to Know About Assisted Living

Assisted living provides a residential setting with personal care services, 24-hour supervision, assistance, activities and health care. Some communities are free-standing, while others are located near or integrated with well-staffed nursing homes or hospitals. Other times, you'll find assisted living in continuing care retirement communities or at independent housing complexesNationally, you'll find different levels of care in assisted living communities — some provide lighter care…

7 Things You Might Not Know About Assisted Living

Do you know what Assisted Living is? Here’s important information about what Assisted Living is and is not.

Preparing for a New Life at an Assisted Living Community

When you or a loved one decides it’s time to move into an assisted living community, there are many factors you may have to consider.

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What to say when assisted living is best

This heart-to-heart is important; learn tips for discussing the options with your senior

Moving to Assisted Living: 5 Ways to Know When It’s Needed

Moving to assisted living is a huge and heart-wrenching decision. Get 5 ways to know when it’s necessary for your older adult to move to assisted living.

Does insurance cover assisted living? Here's what experts say

Planning for potential future care for yourself or an aging loved one can be overwhelming. One of the reasons why: the financial uncertainty and confusion around medical policies. If living alone or at home is no longer an option, will insurance cover an assisted living facility? Assisted living is right for older adults who are Read more...

The Basics of Senior Living and Care Communities

From independent living to nursing homes, here are the differences

You Don’t Have to Lose Touch with Friends as You Care for Mom

Here are some ways you can stay connected with friends, because caring for mom doesn't have to cause you to lose touch.

10 Things You Need to Consider When Touring an Assisted Living Center

The right assisted living community can change your life by nurturing new relationships, removing the challenges of home maintenance, and helping you remain as independent as possible for as long as possible. The life you deserve may begin with a tour.

5 Tips for Assisted Living Placement for Couples

One parent needs assisted living, and the other doesn't want to leave their spouse's side. What to do? Read our tips on AL for couples.