Most people want to age at home. People 65 and older have a 70% chance of needing services and support in their remaining years. Considering this, people need to look into their options. Most consider an assisted living community or skilled nursing facility, but if you want a smaller setting, look into a residential care […]

According to the federal government, 70% of people 65 and older will need long-term care services and support in their remaining years. There are many options, but if someone wants to age in a community that can address the various levels of care, consider looking into a continued care retirement community (CCRC), also known as […]

Understanding the various Senior Living Communities is imperative. Most intertwine the multiple communities and think they are all the same. They are not. Many equate senior living to nursing homes, but there are options. Assisted living and nursing homes are two options. Depending upon the level of care will determine the best fit for your […]

There may come a time when you and your aging loved one evaluates their living situation, and moving is the best option. Staying home may not be safe for them. Having caregivers come to a home may be a short-term fix, but the costs add up and may not be financially feasible for the long […]

Once you initiate the conversation with your aging loved one about moving into a senior housing community, you will need to continue having the conversation. Remember that 90 percent of adults over 65 want to remain in their current homes as they grow older. That means most people will strongly resist moving into a senior […]

Once a person identifies the signs that their aging loved one should move because of safety concerns, the next step involves conversing with the person. There is no playbook for such a conversation. Moving is emotional since most love their independence and want to stay home. During the conversation, the aging loved one may display […]