AARP Long-Term Services and Supports Scorecard: State-by-State Insights
I’m always eager to share resources for people who want to learn more about the senior living industry and related topics such as long-term care. That’s why I…
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Why Older Adults Feel Apprehensive About Senior Living Choices
The future of senior living is one of the most discussed topics in the industry — and rightly so. The next generation of older adults brings different expectations…
Senior Living Costs: What You Might Be Overlooking
Last week I wrote about the true cost of remaining in your current home as you age. As I re-read that post, I worried it might have unintentionally…
Talking with Parents About Senior Housing: A Practical Guide for Families
As summer approaches and more Americans become fully vaccinated, travel to visit family has surged. Many reunions reveal a difficult truth: elderly parents’ health, mobility, or cognitive abilities…
3 Reasons Seniors Postpone Moving to Senior Living — When to Reconsider
The latest AARP Home and Community Preferences Study found that 80% of Americans aged 65 and older want to stay in their current homes as they age, even…
How Adult Day Services Help Caregivers and Support Aging at Home
Caring for an older adult with mobility limitations, chronic illness, or dementia raises important questions: how can they stay connected, safe, and active during the day, and how…
After the Storm: Should You Move Your Florida Retirement Plans?
While states like Florida, Arizona, and Texas are popular retirement destinations for their year-round warm climates, Florida remains the top choice for many retirees. The state is home…
Long-Term Care Insurance: Key Statistics and What They Mean
Last year, about 350,000 Americans purchased a long-term care insurance (LTCi) policy, and more than 7 million people currently hold active policies. Given that over 80 million Americans…
Is This Continuing Care Retirement Community Financially Stable?
In last week’s post, “What Makes a Life Plan Community Great?,” I discussed why financial viability matters. Communities want assurance that new residents can cover fees, but prospective…
How The Bachelor Reflects Changing Attitudes Toward Senior Relationships
You may know ABC’s reality series “The Bachelor,” a modern take on shows like “The Dating Game,” in which a single man meets and dates dozens of contestants…
