Assisted Living
Assisted Living Tours: Find the Right Fit for Your Loved One
December 8, 2023We spend our entire lives raising families, managing households, working, balancing checkbooks and making countless decisions. As we age, these everyday duties can become more and more challenging. Making a well-informed and thoughtful choice about assisted living for yourself or a loved one is a significant decision that can impact overall well-being.
Read MoreMaintaining Independence in an Assisted Living Residence: Balancing Support and Autonomy
August 4, 2023Staying independent at an assisted living residence is essential for maintaining a sense of control and dignity in life. While there may be some adjustments and considerations, co-workers strive to support residents to continue their lifestyle. There are several ways an assisted living residence can support individuality.
Read MoreGetting Started with Financial Planning for Assisted Living
April 8, 2023Everything costs more these days, requiring all of us to account for every penny. If you or a loved one is considering senior care, financial planning for assisted living should not be overlooked. When beginning to plan for assisted living, whether in a private home or at a senior living community, there are several things to keep in mind.
Read MoreEasing the Transition from Hospital to Assisted Living Housing
December 16, 2022For older adults, a trip to the hospital can be the impetus for a major life change. If a senior lives alone, returning home to the house they lived in for a long time may no longer be possible. The next step may be moving to assisted living housing. More often than not, this transition can be one of the biggest adjustments a senior will make in their older years.
Read MoreVeterans Benefits for Assisted Living Care
November 4, 2022Did you know there are financial assistance programs available to veterans who need assisted living care? Our veterans made numerous sacrifices to uphold the freedom we enjoy today while their families kept the home fires burning. They are entitled to many benefits in appreciation for all they endured for America.
Read MoreLiving a happy life in independent senior living residences
February 15, 2022There’s no place like home. This popular saying is rooted in the truth that people are most comfortable in the place they call home. Home is where many people raise …
Read MoreUnderstanding all costs associated with services within a personal care home
January 11, 2022The world’s population is aging at a faster rate than ever before and people are living longer. According to the US Department of Health and Human Services, seven out of …
Read MoreFive questions about senior citizen housing to consider before you decide to age in place
January 4, 2022Home is where the heart is. True, but as we get older and children go their separate ways, home can become a lonely place chock full of chores, upkeep costs …
Read MoreEnjoy the summer sun by choosing a retirement community with gardening and more outdoor activities
August 5, 2021Getting outside during the warm summer months is cathartic. And nice weather provides many opportunities for older adults to enjoy many retirement community activities. With this in mind, it’s no …
Read MoreFree retirement community referral sources may come at an unexpected high cost
June 29, 2021You’ve probably seen advertisements for senior care referral services promising to find the best retirement community care for you or a loved one at “no cost to you.” Some of …
Read MoreWhy retirement communities with gardening and other outdoor activities are growing in popularity
June 11, 2021Summer is particularly welcome this year after the months of cold weather and time spent isolating during the pandemic. Many of us are itching to enjoy outdoor activities and time …
Read MoreLiving in a senior living community can give you just as much independence as living on your own
April 19, 2021What could you do with your weekends if you didn’t have to worry about lawn care, landscaping, home repairs or running household errands to the local big box home store? …
Read More4 Reasons independent living care is the right choice
March 22, 2021What a year! The COVID-19 pandemic has changed all our lives in many ways. Now, thanks to available vaccines, society is taking steps to return to normalcy. Many older adults …
Read MoreAffordable senior living at some of the best senior living communities in PA and MD
March 10, 2021In the past, senior care was focused on keeping older adults safe in clinical settings with little concern about mental and spiritual wellness. Today, senior living communities offer various levels …
Read MoreCaregivers, What Should You Do Next?
February 26, 2021For many people, being a caregiver for an aging parent can become complex. Gradually the demands of caregiving can overwhelm even the most dedicated families. But there are several solutions …
Read MoreRetirement communities help couples with different needs lead a life together
February 8, 2021Moving to a retirement community is a major life change. Many people assume that if two spouses have different care needs, they cannot live together. Being separated from a life …
Read MoreEverything you need to know about deciding on the right level of care for a loved one in senior independent living
January 28, 2021Today’s senior living communities offer more care options than ever before. Despite this, misperceptions exist. Senior living communities are often mislabeled as “nursing homes,” sometimes referred to as dark, depressing places where residents sit around in wheelchairs with no one to talk to and nothing to do. This could not be further from the truth.
Read MoreHow senior communities foster friendships and provide activities to keep seniors engaged
January 8, 2021Winter brings moments of seasonal beauty such as fresh snow draping tree branches and holiday lights, however, shorter days and cold weather also can bring on cabin fever. Despite the …
Read MoreHow seniors in retirement communities can minimize stress during the holidays
December 24, 2020The holiday season is always surrounded by excitement. And although it’s nicknamed the most wonderful time of the year, there are many stresses that come with it as well. This …
Read MoreUnderstanding the term “level of care” in assisted living care or personal care at Country Meadows
November 10, 2020We know that retirement living may not look the same for all seniors. This is all the more true when it comes to assisted living care options or personal care …
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