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The Insider’s Guide to Understanding Assisted Living Costs
Before looking into senior living options, many families write off assisted living because of unrealistic assumptions about how much it costs. This misconception about price is widespread because no...Read More -
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Community, Care, and Comfort: What Sets Cedarhurst Apart
Senior living has come a long way. Years ago, a senior living facility used to be thought of as a cold, sterile environment, and this is the image that popular media showcased for so many years....Read More -
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Senior Living Community vs. Facility: What’s the Difference?
What do you think of when you hear the phrase “senior living facility”? Does it stir up the same imagery as a “senior living community”? Although the terms are often used interchangeably, they’re...Read More -
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The Risks of Opting for Assisted Living Based on Costs Alone
As you age, minor aches and pains can give way to difficulties with activities of daily living (ADLs). You might find you need help with meal preparation or dressing, or that getting out of bed in...Read More -
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Understanding the Financial Impact: The True Cost of Keeping Mom at Home
Home is more than just a house. It’s where you’ve made memories and built a life. No wonder it takes on such a central importance for seniors. Nearly 90 percent of seniors say they want to age in...Read More -
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Are Senior Living Expenses Tax Deductible?
No matter whether you are just beginning to look at senior living options and how they might fit into your financial plan or you are already part of senior living community life, it is wise to always...Read More -
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Embrace the Season: Springtime Outdoor Activities for Seniors
Springtime is an awakening for nature as the quiet surroundings suddenly come alive with chirping birds and scampering wildlife. Once-barren trees blossom, and life blooms everywhere.Read More -
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Debunked: 8 Myths About Senior Living Communities
Almost 9 in 10 Americans over the age of 65 say they want to remain in their current homes as they age. This should come as no surprise to anyone who has heard any of the many misconceptions about...Read More -
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Embracing a New Chapter: A Helpful Guide for Seniors on Downsizing or Rightsizing
Now that you’re approaching retirement and your kids have moved out of your house, does it seem a bit too large? Maybe your house is starting to feel more like a to-do list of chores rather than a...Read More
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The Insider’s Guide to Understanding Assisted Living Pricing
The short answer about assisted living costs is that they depend on many factors. We provide insights on all of the aspects of pricing in this new guide.Read More -
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4 Signs Your Parent Shouldn’t Be Home Alone and What to Do
Have you been worried about whether your aging parent is really doing okay living at home alone?Read More -
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My Parent Has Dementia: What Should I Do?
When your loved one receives a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or another type of dementia, you can feel a mix of emotions, all of them valid.Read More -
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5 Steps to Choosing the Right Senior Living Community Guide
Get guidance about choosing the right Senior Living community.Read More -
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Frequently Asked Questions: Memory Care
We’ve identified the top five most frequently asked questions about memory care to give you a start on your path to getting the answers you need about senior living.Read More -
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What is the Difference Between a Senior Living Community and a Senior Living Facility?
When it comes to senior living, many people use “community” and “facility” interchangeably—but they’re not the same thing.Read More