Assisted Living

Assisted living can often be a complex concept to understand. This section offers clear, easy-to-understand explanations of what assisted living is, how it stands apart from nursing homes, and what you can expect to pay. We also delve into niche topics like assisted living for couples and provide a list of essential questions to ask when considering an assisted living facility. Furthermore, we provide information on the average stay in memory care units, giving you a comprehensive view of senior care.

Talking to your parents about transitioning into senior living

How To Talk To Your Loved Ones About Transitioning Into Senior Community

January 28, 2021

Assisted Living, Caregiving

It’s never easy to talk to your parents about moving, and it certainly doesn’t get easier when it’s a matter of deciding when to move them into senior care. There are many options out there, from independent living facilities with varying personal support levels to full-service care facilities designed to manage your loved ones’ needs and ongoing health concerns. No…

Assisted living vs in-home care, make the best decision for your loved one.

How to Choose Between Assisted Living and In-Home Care?

December 21, 2020

Assisted Living

One of the hardest decisions most adult children will have to make in their lifetimes eventually is whether to continue home care for their aging parents or transition them to an assisted living facility. While advancements in technology make it possible for older individuals to comfortably age in place, in-home care is not always the best choice for the caregiver…

Taking loved ones to nursing homes during COVID

Is it Safe to Move a Loved One Into Assisted Living or Memory Care During COVID?

November 9, 2020

Assisted Living, Caregiving, Dementia & Memory Health

Despite the great strides the healthcare community and medical professionals have made against COVID-19, there are still many uncertainties for those most vulnerable to the virus. The challenges are more than just physical for family members who are tasked with providing full-time home care to aging adults struggling with dementia or memory loss. It is a serious and stressful job…

National Assisted Living Week

September 3, 2020

Assisted Living

“Established in 1995 by the National Center for Assisted Living (NCAL), National Assisted Living Week® (NALW) provides a unique opportunity for residents, their loved ones, staff, volunteers, and local communities to recognize the role of assisted living in caring for America’s seniors and individuals with disabilities. This year, COVID has been an enormous, unforeseen challenge that has resulted in every…