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What to Look for in a Memory Care Community

Moving a loved one with dementia into a memory care community is a big step. It’s natural to have misgivings about your decision, even as you recognize that your loved one will benefit from the specialized, round-the-clock care they’ll receive. Knowing that you’ve chosen the best possible memory care neighborhood can set your mind at …

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8 Best Independent Living Services & Amenities to Know About

If you’re pondering a move to independent living, you probably already know about the appealing, maintenance-free lifestyle that gives you more time to pursue your favorite activities. What’s more, the right senior living community will have amenities and services that can truly elevate your experience of retirement. As you explore retirement communities, you may already …

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How to Find the Right Apartment Size

Moving to a senior living community is a chance to revitalize your life. You’ll be enjoying maintenance-free living, making new friends, and engaging in new pursuits, and you’ll want your new home to fit your new lifestyle. While you might expect senior apartment floor plans to have a cookie cutter similarity, many retirement communities offer …

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Perfect Wellness Activities for Assisted Living Residents

Moving to assisted living offers many advantages for older adults who need a helping hand. Maintenance-free living liberates you from household responsibilities that have become burdensome or difficult. Round-the-clock staff can help with any daily self-care tasks that have become challenging. What’s more, the ideal senior living community embraces a culture of wellness, creating a …

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Financial Benefits of Lifecare in Senior Living

If you’re starting to entertain the idea of moving into a retirement community, you may be surprised to discover that there’s an extraordinary variety in senior living options. With all those choices, how do you choose a desirable community that makes sense financially? The answer is actually quite simple. Choose a community that offers lifecare. …

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Why You Shouldn’t Put Off Moving into Independent Living

A funny thing happens when you reach retirement age – despite your status as a senior citizen, you don’t feel old. In fact, you’re probably rarin’ to go, ready to embark on new adventures and to enjoy your newfound freedom. If you think about senior living communities at all, you may consider them an option …

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Why Orlando, FL, Is the Perfect City for Seniors to Retire

When you think about retirement, how do you set the scene? Do you picture yourself bundled in a parka navigating icy streets or do you imagine brighter possibilities? If you’re wanting a retirement lifestyle filled with sunny weather and fun-filled activities, senior living in Orlando, Florida, offers the perfect setting. Here’s why: Sunshine Is Good …

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Why Should You Choose Assisted Living at a CCRC?

So, you’ve decided that the extra help available in an assisted living community is the solution you or a loved one have been looking for. Your next step is to find the best possible option. As you look for the ideal community, it can be helpful to know about the unique advantages of assisted living …

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How to Choose Skilled Nursing Services for Your Loved One

If your loved one needs skilled nursing, you want to make the best possible choice for their care. But how do you go about finding it? As it turns out, your best bet for finding high-quality senior care is to do your research. Gathering information, online and in person, will help you narrow your options …

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What’s the Difference Between Assisted Living and a Nursing Home?

If you’re looking at senior living options, there’s a lot of confusing jargon to learn. One common question is about the difference between an assisted living community and a nursing home. While they may seem like the same thing, they’re actually very different. Look at the key differences between nursing homes and assisted living communities, …

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