These couples prove that you're never too old to fall in love! They met their mates in their 70s, while living in senior retirement communities.
5 CommentsWhen choosing senior housing and elder care, there are many options. These tips will help you decide which options are best suited to meet the care needs of your aging parent.
6 CommentsSkilled nursing facilities have historically cared for only the oldest seniors, but long-term care demographics are shifting. As the age range of residents broadens, nursing homes are adjusting to meet the needs and interests of many generations.
8 CommentsThis little-known senior living option can provide similar services to an assisted living facility but in a smaller, home-like environment.
1 CommentSome people anticipate aging alone without family, while others find their plans upended by divorce, estrangement or death. Preparing for the possibility of being a solo ager requires extra effort but will prevent unnecessary hardships and stress.
5 CommentsSecurity measures such as locked doors are common fixtures in memory care facilities. But how does constantly being under lock and key truly affect men and women with dementia?
29 CommentsAs an elder law attorney, I was prepared for the day when my father began experiencing symptoms of memory loss. I knew what elder care documents to prepare, what information to have on hand, and how to keep everything organized and accessible.
20 CommentsA nationwide analysis of senior housing communities reveals some surprising insights about the men and women who are living in assisted living.
3 CommentsA caregiver shares his journey in finding the right skilled nursing facility for his mother, including steps to take before and after placement as well as the hard lessons he learned throughout the process.
21 CommentsWhen faced with the prospect of moving to a senior living community, aging loved ones make their objections very clear to family and friends. Experts share how to respond to the most common excuses seniors use to avoid discussing assisted living.
12 CommentsA new report on the best cities for "successful aging" turns the idea of the ideal senior living envirnoment upside down. The number one city for seniors aged 65 and older was Provo, Utah.
6 CommentsCost is a major factor in choosing an independent living community, assisted living facility or nursing home. When planning for long term care costs, seniors should anticipate paying even more for room, board and care over time.
9 CommentsThe next generation of long term care options are transforming the way nursing homes and assisted living communities approach the issue of long-term care for the elderly.
6 CommentsPlacing a parent in a skilled nursing facility is often a distressing decision. Use these tips to move past the guilt and stop second-guessing your long-term care decision.
76 CommentsTo help you find the best choice in assisted living, here is a list of basic questions to ask when you are comparing assisted living communities for your elderly parents. Print a checklist for each assisted living community you visit.
0 CommentsFor many seniors, moving to a nursing home can lead to depression. Family caregivers can help their loved ones integrate into their new environment by using a few simple strategies to keep their spirits up during the transition to senior housing.
10 CommentsResearch on bullying in long-term care facilities indicates that mean girls don't actually "grow up," they just get older.
3 CommentsHere are some common questions (and answers to those questions) that people often have about skilled nursing facilities, also known as nursing homes.
4 CommentsFor caregivers and their loved ones with dementia, respite care is critical. Finding the best type of short-term dementia care depends on a senior’s mental and physical health, the extent of their care team’s support, and their budget.
1 CommentIt's heartbreaking to hear a loved one say, “I want to go home,” regardless of whether they’re already in their own house or now living in a senior living facility. How can family caregivers help calm and comfort them without giving them false hope?
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