Assisted living means different things to different people and may even carry negative connotations for some. For example, the term “assisted living” may imply the loss of independence or privacy to those who remember the “nursing homes” of old. Others may believe assisted living is only for sick people who need medical care or for […]
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One of the most worrisome aspects of aging-in-place at home is the slow erosion of true safety and security. As time passes and more help is needed to keep a senior safe and secure, families eventually realize that level of assistance is harder to achieve than they thought. In senior living, however, safety and security
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Aging well takes a fair amount of fortitude to remain active mentally and physically. Exercise and nutrition are key ingredients for staying healthy, but one area — socialization — is often overlooked even though experts agree it is also essential to a long and fulfilling life. Take a look at why socialization matters and ways
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Paying for senior living often seems out of the question, but there are many options all seniors and their loved ones should be aware of before making a decision about moving to a community. From the obvious to the unknown here are some of the ways paying for senior living can become a real possibility.
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Modern luxury senior living apartments are well-appointed, beautiful, safe and accessible, but making them feel like home takes a little planning. From space to lighting to color, there are plenty of options for decorating a senior living apartment, so before making the move consider these expert tips to make it feel like home. 5 tips
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Senior living communities have changed so much in the past few decades, many seniors may not even realize how much is included in the package. In addition to beautiful, well-appointed apartments and homes and landscaped and manicured grounds, today’s senior living amenities and services far exceed even the highest expectations. Amazing cuisine One of the
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Senior living communities have changed so much in the past decades that many seniors no longer know what it might be like to live in one. Today’s senior living residents enjoy a lifestyle that is full to the brim with ways to stay healthy, socially engaged and purposeful every day. For a sneak peek at
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Finding the right fit in a senior living community can be a daunting task for seniors and their families but one simple way to make it easier is to ask yourself the right questions first. By defining your personal wants and needs, it’s easy to create a plan for comparing communities on a level playing
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Many seniors are adamant about aging in place in their home, but over time their families may feel their loved one would be happier, healthier and safer in a senior living community. To assess if it’s time for senior living, take a look at the following tell-tale signs that living at home is no longer
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Alzheimer’s disease is something that no one wants to talk about, but with more than 500,000 people diagnosed each year – it’s becoming increasingly important to know the warning signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s before a crisis occurs. As many Americans have been driving since they were a teenager, having the ability to drive is
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