Home is typically where we feel most secure, but as our health evolves with age, it may no longer be as accommodating of our needs. And the changes required to make it safer and more accessible may be more of a hassle and an expense than you realize. However, senior living can offer you a solution. Check out the senior living safety features communities like ours provide for your peace of mind.
Senior living isn’t inexpensive, but the adage ‘you get what you pay for’ certainly holds true here. When it comes to residing in a senior living in a senior living community, you get so much more than just basic care and housing. The lifestyle offers a value that’s simply hard to match at home. Here’s what’s included in the cost of senior living and why it’s so worth it.
Whether or not to move to senior living is a huge decision. And once you or a loved one decide to go for it, you may think the hardest part is behind you. Yes and no. In the next step, choosing the right senior living community, it’s exciting to see all the features and amenities available. At the same time, all the choices can become overwhelming. Deciding what’s most important beforehand is key. But how do you do that? These tips can help.
Which is more expensive, staying at home or senior living? For most people, the gut reaction is that senior living would cost more, but that’s not always the case. Not to mention, when families consider the two, they often make a common mistake that doesn’t reflect the true cost of staying at home. Here’s how to accurately compare the costs of senior living versus staying at home.
If you or a loved one is considering long-term care and you’d like to take advantage of the benefits of those services in senior living, you may be wondering how to budget for them. While every family’s circumstances are different, there are three general steps you should follow to help in funding senior living.
Long-term care services help seniors live as independently and safely as possible when they can no longer perform everyday activities on their own and include medical and non-medical care. In fact, according to the Administration on Aging, a person turning 65 today has almost a 70 percent chance of needing long-term care in their lifetime, and the average duration of care is three years. Long-term care is typically provided at home or in a...
If you or a loved one are interested in senior living but worry about the cost, you're not alone! In fact, it's one of the most common hesitations we hear from families. And one of the most common questions we hear is, "Is there insurance for senior living?" In some respect, yes. There are two options that can help with the cost of senior living: long-term care insurance and life insurance conversion. Here's what you should know about each of...
If you or your loved one are considering senior living and also happen to be a wartime Veteran or the surviving spouse of a Veteran, you may be qualified for a non-service-connected benefit to help you pay for it. Although relatively unknown, the Veterans Aid and Attendance benefit can dramatically expand your budget. Here’s how this VA benefit for senior living can help.
Cost can be one of the biggest concerns for families when considering senior living. However, it may be more affordable than you think! Many don’t realize that there are a number of options to help you stretch your budget. Here are some of the most common sources for funding senior care that may be available to you.
You’ve successfully picked a senior living community and are ready to enjoy the tremendous benefits the lifestyle offers. There’s just one thing left to do: plan a successful move to senior living! While many to-dos are involved in the process, don’t panic. We can help with tips on how to prepare, what to bring, and what will make moving day easier.