Many older adults with chronic diseases, dementia, or those who have suffered from accidents requiring special care, may benefit significantly from transitioning to an assisted living facility. Assisted living offers your aging loved one a social, active, and engaging lifestyle, with meals and amenities. But of course, this comes at a cost. The question is, […]
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Moving into an assisted living facility isn’t always straightforward or easy. This may involve leaving behind loved ones and the place you called home for many years. To make the transition smooth, picking the right assisted living community is essential and can have a positive impact on a senior’s quality of life. How Much Does
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Deciding to move into an assisted living facility isn’t an easy one. Our homes include memories and familiarity. However, too many families procrastinate the oftentimes difficult conversation about entering into assisted living. All too often, families scramble frantically after a medical crisis or an accident to find a senior living community (assisted living, nursing home,
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Assisted living expenses are costly, so families often wonder whether Medicare will cover them. Unfortunately, Medicare does not cover any assisted living facilities, but it does cover expenses for skilled nursing care. Does Medicare Cover Assisted Living? Assisted living programs include care for older adults who need help with daily activities like cooking, cleaning, and
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Long-term care insurance can be a good idea as it provides for expensive care later in life and can help protect estates from long-term care costs. AARP reports1 that those older than 65 have about a 50-50 chance of needing long-term care at some point during the rest of their lives. Health insurance does not
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Looking for senior living options for your loved ones but unsure whether to choose an assisted living community or skilled nursing facility? It can become challenging as you, or a parent, grow older to do all the daily activities that once seemed trouble-free. Does your aging spouse or parent require medical care or assistance with
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Whether you are looking at senior care options for yourself or for a loved one, it is important to evaluate the differences between assisted living and nursing homes so you can make an informed decision and find the appropriate senior living option. We’ll unpack the differences between assisted living and nursing home care and who
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When planning for your or a loved one’s future care, it is important to consider where you want to receive care as your ability to care for yourself or your loved one declines. Planning ahead will help identify what living situations and long-term care services for older adults will need to create an optimal care
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Entering assisted living can be a daunting prospect due to the costs associated with assisted living. With the national average cost of assisted living at $4,500 per month, many people find themselves concerned about how they can afford such expenses. However, there are multiple avenues that can be explored to help finance assisted living. The
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