How do you know when the time is right to downsize to a retirement community? Many older adults think there’s no real reason to move into a retirement community unless they require extra support from assisted living. However, this line of thinking can cause seniors to miss out on the many benefits of independent living […]
What’s the Difference Between Assisted Living and Independent Living?
If you’re just starting to research retirement living options for yourself or a loved one, you may be confused about the terminology. You’re not alone; many people are confused about today’s senior living options and how they differ. However, knowing the key differences between assisted living and independent living is essential to finding the right […]
4 Things You Didn’t Know About Assisted Living
If you’re just beginning the assisted living search for yourself or a loved one, you may be wondering what to expect. You’re not alone. Many people aren’t clear about what assisted living means, often confusing the term with outdated “nursing homes” of the past. The truth is that assisted living is a relatively new living […]
3 Myths About Assisted Living
If you’re ready to start the conversation about assisted living with your aging parents, you may have to address their concerns and objections. That’s because many older adults harbor ill-conceived notions about assisted living and retirement communities that simply aren’t true. The words “retirement community” or “assisted living,” may conjure up images of outdated nursing […]
The Do’s and Don’ts of Talking to Your Parents About Assisted Living
One of the most difficult conversations of your life may be talking to your aging parents about moving from their longtime home into assisted living or another senior living option. Your parents may have a stubborn mindset and harbor a different perception of what senior living entails, often confusing assisted living with nursing homes. In […]
Get the Facts About Senior Living Options
If you’re just beginning to search for a new living arrangement for yourself or a loved one, you may not be entirely clear on all of your choices, or what they mean. With so much information to sort through, the search for the perfect living arrangement can be overwhelming. To get you started, here are […]
What are the Most Popular Types of Senior Living Communities?
It’s no secret that there’s a huge demand for senior living and retirement communities as the Boomer generation reaches retirement age. Senior communities are investing in bigger and better campuses, more amenities, and better care programs. So what are the most popular types of retirement communities today? Community first. Older adults prefer retirement communities that […]
What Caregivers Should Know About Assisted Living
We all want the best for our loved ones. For many of us, “the best” means caring for our loved ones at home for as long as possible. However, sometimes giving the very best care may mean sharing or relinquishing care duties to others. If you are no longer able to give your loved one […]
3 Signs That It’s Time to Move to an Assisted Living Facility
Most of us will eventually need a little extra help to perform everyday tasks in our retirement years. When that time comes, an assisted living facility can offer numerous benefits. Whether you are on your own or looking out for a friend or relative, here are three signs that it may be time to ask […]
Budgeting for Assisted Living
Have you budgeted for the care you may need in your retirement years? Even as we age, we like to envision a retirement in which our bodies can still do all the same things we did when we were younger. But the truth is that many of us will need more help as we age […]
