We all want the best for our parents, especially as they grow older. You might be prepared to find care for your parents when they need a little extra help, but have you considered what happens if Mom and Dad have different care needs? Senior care is a continuum, which means that your parents could […]
Checklist: How to Prepare for a Meeting at a Retirement Community
Choosing a continuing-care retirement community for yourself or a loved one is a big decision that requires careful research. Most of the time, families start their search online by looking up nearby retirement communities and comparing the options. However, you can’t evaluate a retirement community just by looking at its website. After you’ve done your […]
New Research Shows How Continuing-Care Retirement Communities Improve Quality of Life for Older Adults
A national research project called the “Age Well Study” is underway, and a new report has revealed some promising early findings about the benefits of living at “life plan” communities, otherwise known as continuing-care retirement communities (CCRCs). The five-year longitudinal study is the first of its kind to evaluate the effect of living in a […]
Essential Questions to Ask Aging Parents
It can be uncomfortable to discuss sensitive topics like health and long-term care with your aging parents. Many people would rather delay bringing up these subjects as long as possible to avoid upsetting their parents or creating conflict. However, it’s important to start conversations about the future early, while your parents are still relatively independent […]
4 Lifestyle Changes to Prevent Stroke
Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the United States and is a major cause of brain damage and long-term disability. While stroke can occur at any age, our risk of stroke increases as we grow older. The good news is that there are controllable lifestyle risk factors that can significantly reduce the […]
What to Look for When Visiting Continuing Care Retirement Communities
Continuing care retirement communities, or CCRCs, are a popular choice for older adults looking to downsize their current homes. Unlike other types of standalone senior living facilities, CCRCs offer all levels of senior housing on the same campus, including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing care, and often memory care for seniors living with Alzheimer’s […]
