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Housing Options
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The Right Move: Working with a Senior Move Manager
A Senior Move Manager is a professional who specializes in assisting older adults and their families with the emotional and physical aspects of relocation and/or … Read More
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Meet Your New Next Door Neighbor
With this housing alternaive, you and your parent each maintain your privacy, but you’re also close enough to be there in an instant.
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Simple Home Modifications That Go a Long Way
Any number of devices and/or space adjustments can go a long way toward helping your parent (and you) feel more secure and capable of coping … Read More
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Memory Care Facilties
Forgetfulness is very common. Who among us has not forgotten his or her car keys, entered a room only to forget what we went in … Read More
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Making Smart Housing Decisions: Considering the Costs
When it comes to senior housing there are four main options to consider: in-home care, home share, assisted living and nursing homes. Too often though, … Read More
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Making Smart Housing Decisions: ADLs and IADLs
One of the most important factors when considering what type of long-term housing is appropriate for a senior is to carefully examine what are known … Read More
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The New School Option: Senior Housing On or Near College Campuses
Many seniors and elderly are choosing to live on or near a college campus. This development is win-win for the seniors,the university and its community.
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New Concepts in Elder Housing: The Eden Alternative and Green Homes
Green Houses and the Eden Alternative are elder housing approaches developed by Dr. William Thomas in the early 1990s. They are an innovative and bold step toward … Read More
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Adult Day Care Services
For family caregivers, home care services for an elderly or disabled family member are important. However, adult day care services can provide a welcome addition … Read More
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Getting Started: The Three Most Popular Housing Options for Seniors
As your parents age, they may need to consider augmenting or changing living arrangements. This can be a difficult transition for them and for you. … Read More
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Independent Living: The Community Approach
An independent living community provides the senior citizen the most versatility and freedom of independence. The resident lives in an easy-to-maintain private apartment or house … Read More
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Is it Time for a Nursing Home?
The National Association of Area Agencies on Aging reports, "of the almost 6 million adults age 65 and over with long-term care needs, only 20% … Read More
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Assisted Living: Long-term Care Options
Assisted living offers seniors the benefits of independence while providing the extra support they need to maintain that freedom.
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When It’s No Longer Safe for Your Aging Parent to Live at Home
With the average age continuing to increase, the likelihood that you will in some way be responsible for caring for your aging parents continues to … Read More
