by Susan Abercrombie | Mar 22, 2019 | Downsizing for Seniors, Senior Housing, Senior Living
Starting the process of finding an assisted living community means you’re going to have a lot of questions. Whether you’re familiar with senior care or not, the research process can be quite overwhelming in the beginning. So take it one step at a time and consider the...
by April Cowperthwait | Jan 11, 2019 | Downsizing for Seniors, Senior Housing, Senior Living
Assisted living is senior care designed for people who have maintained their independence but may need some extra help with certain activities of daily living, such as cooking, housekeeping, mobility, medication management, and transportation. Residents in an assisted...
by Dawn Owens | Jan 5, 2019 | Downsizing for Seniors, Senior Living
Many studies done in the past have come to the conclusion that senior adults prefer to age in place. In fact, home care and senior living often seem to be in stiff competition with one another to be the number one choice for seniors. A new paper from the Department of...
by Leslie Carter | Sep 21, 2018 | Downsizing for Seniors, Senior Housing, Senior Living
Whether you have lived in an assisted living apartment for a while or are just now transitioning from your old home, decorating your apartment space to feel comfortable and homey can feel overwhelming and confusing, but it doesn’t have to be a negative experience....
by Susan Abercrombie | Jul 4, 2018 | Downsizing for Seniors, Senior Care Resources, Senior Housing
Helping Mom to age in place means finding a way for her to keep living at home, whether in her house or by downsizing to an apartment. Before you decide the best location for your senior mom to age in place, consider the following: Safe home navigation: Are stairs...
by Leslie Carter | Apr 15, 2018 | Advice for Caregivers, Downsizing for Seniors
When it comes to talking to your senior parent about moving into assisted living, knowing what to say and how to start the conversation can be the most difficult part. Below are a few tips to help you start your talk with mom or dad in the best way possible. 1....
