Seniors For Living

Those in the industry know that retirement living has changed over the years, but many of us still hear the word retirement and probably think about a large country home with a wrap-around porch, where a senior couple sit in ...

Wondering what independent living is all about? Check out these little known facts about this category of senior housing:

1. Independent living is a great choice for active seniors. Besides offering a packed social calendar, most communities have fitness centers with ...

High-rise efficiency apartments. Ample 2- and 3-bedroom layouts at a CCRC (continuing care retirement community). Large, customizable homes within developing active adult communities. Independent living encompasses a wide variety of options, both in terms of settings and services available, that ...

The simple answer is yes. Even if you choose the independence and freedom of an independent living setting (apartments, condos, cottages, etc.), there may still come a time when you’ll need specialized care or assistance, perhaps after an extended ...

Multigenerational living is definitely making a comeback (read our post, Senior Housing Trend Watch: Multigenerational Homes, to learn more). More families are opting to have their senior parents or relatives move in with them, or in some cases, families are ...

Home sweet assisted living: the establishment of a cozy, home-like environment is a growing trend among today's senior living communities. Developers are now designing common areas that set visitors, staff and residents at ease. They’re creating programs and services ...

Most apartments in assisted living are private. Some may consider sharing an apartment as a cost-saving option, but it must be a voluntary decision (read more in this post: Sharing Apartments, Cutting Costs in Assisted Living).

However, assisted living is ...

Independent living communities come in all shapes, sizes and settings. Condominium-style homes, high-rise senior apartments, one-level ranchers or cottages, bi-level twins, and even “hybrid” housing (a cross between an apartment/cottage) are among the available options, each of which may ...

Assisted living costs range from $2,000 to $8,000 a month depending on where you live and what services are needed.

Since Medicare and Medicaid funds do not cover assisted living (at least not in full; there are some states where certain services ...

At this time of year, many East Coast and Midwest natives may be dreaming about an escape to warmer climes. Dubbed the Golden State for good reason, California would definitely be a fitting destination. Whether you already live in CA ...