What is long term care insurance? This type of insurance covers services and support for people needing long-term care, including help with the activities of daily living, as well as palliative and hospice care. Policies cover a wide range of benefits in a variety of settings, including the person’s home, an assisted living facility, or a … Continue reading Long Term Care Insurance

Many residents are admitted to assisted living because they can no longer live independently and may even need professional care for long-term or chronic conditions and illnesses. There are also those who may be admitted temporarily for professional rehabilitory care after a major surgery, such as knee or hip replacement. Part of quality assisted living … Continue reading Supporting the Residents’ Emotional Well-Being in Assisted Living Care

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Many seniors appreciate the amenities and easygoing lifestyle of assisted living communities, but most people actually tend to want to age in place, in their lifelong homes and familiar neighborhoods. If you want to learn more about ways to make your home more aging-friendly, keep reading to see our top home modifications, as well as … Continue reading Must Have Modifications for Seniors

IADLs or the Instruments of Activities of Daily Living are more complex than the Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) needed for basic unassisted living and go a long way in improving the quality of life for elders. Needing help with some areas of life when aging is relatively common- according to research, approximately 18% of adults … Continue reading ADL’s vs IADL’s

These questions will assist you in your decision making process. Resident Agreement Policies Do I have a restriction that would prevent my admission, as detailed in section 11.2 of theChapter VII regulations?Have I reviewed the terms of the resident agreement?Does the resident agreement detail charges, refunds, fees to hold a bed, and securitydeposit reimbursement?Are the … Continue reading How to Choose an Assisted Living Residence

Some families may struggle with the decision to transition a parent to senior assisted living, but there may come a time when it’s no longer safe for a senior loved one to live on their own. As you call or visit, pay attention to signs that your aging relative may need help. A decline in cognition … Continue reading When Is It Time For Assisted Living?

As people grow older, it makes perfect sense to establish some sort of assisted living arrangement. Assisted living communities offer great opportunities for seniors to remain independent while helping their families care for their needs. That’s why we’ve put together this handy list of four downsizing tips to make a move as painless and efficient … Continue reading 4 Downsizing Tips for New Assisted Living Seniors

Important Qualities to Consider When You Are Looking Into AL The following questions will help you and your family to evaluate assisted living facilities. Print out these questions and have them answered before you decide on an assisted living facility. General Is the residence licensed?What type of insurance does the facility carry on personal property?How do they … Continue reading What Should I Look For in an Assisted Living Community?

What to do during the holidays Article originally appeared on Care.com DO: Include your family member in event and/or meal planning The holidays are chock-full of celebrations and family meals. Include your older loved one in the planning, from choosing the courses to picking out linens, or ask them to help you cook if they … Continue reading The Holidays and Your Elders