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For people who are preparing to downsize to a senior living community, the mere idea of leaving a home they may have been in for years—or even decades—can be incredibly stressful. How does one take an entire lifetime of memories and move it into an...

It’s rare that immediate family members live in the same city or even the same state. That distance creates a challenging situation when a decision needs to be made on where and when to move a parent to a retirement living community.

These tips will...

Big-box stores and major brands seem to rule the world. The same isn't true, however, for great senior living communities. In fact, while many people think they want a big corporate name to back the place they call home, the reality is that...

Few things in life work out best with a reactive approach. Generally speaking, being proactive will usually prevent you from making last-minute decisions just because you need to find a resolution. This is certainly true when it comes to finding a...

Moving into a senior living community for the first time can be a scary experience. You're leaving a place that's familiar to you, somewhere that you may have called home for many years, and coming to a strange new environment. While the movies may...

Depression is a major issue for seniors. According to WebMD.com, "Late-life depression affects about 6 million Americans ages 65 and older." Fortunately, geriatric depression is largely avoidable. When you're living in a positive, supportive...

It's not uncommon for people to use the term "nursing home" to describe all senior living communities, including assisted living facilities. In actuality, however, nursing homes and assisted living communities are quite different, designed to serve...

Recently, you stopped by your Mom’s house just to see how she is doing. When you walked in, you couldn’t help but notice the overflowing trash can. You were surprised by the stack of unopened bills on the table. You opened the fridge and saw almost...

Aging is seldom easy. For adult children and family members, having a conversation about moving into a senior living community can be a very delicate endeavor. These talks are often met with resistance and can be frustrating for everyone involved....

The decision to help your parent or loved one move into a senior living community can be a difficult one to make. For many families, the most challenging part of the decision can be figuring out the ideal time to make the transition. Unfortunately,...