Posts by Senior Seasons
Why Assisted Living?
Fun and New Friends Enjoying friends and an active social life are vital to health and happiness. Assisted Living programs offer a range of social and recreational activities, such as entertainment, parties and art classes, and other opportunities to meet new friends, especially at meals. Keeping Spouses Together Assisted Living communities provide a place for…
Read MoreGetting Started: Senior Housing for You
Do I need senior housing and what is it all about? This is a question frequently asked when families are faced with the fact that mom, dad or they themselves are no longer living safely or happily in their current home. We realize that folks usually do not want to leave their present home, but…
Read MoreEvaluate Independent Living, Assisted Living and Retirement Communities
Evaluating communities can be daunting. Before you make any commitments, be sure that you tour and personally evaluate at least your top three choices. You may even decide to stop by several times at different hours of the day in order to see a variety of activities. You may make appointments but you can also…
Read MoreHow to Choose a Board & Care Home
Things to look for when evaluating residential care homes Geographical desirability – Is the care home close enough to be convenient for visits from friends and family? Is it close to shopping or senior centers that may be good to visit? Neighborhood desirability – Is this a neighborhood you and your family like and where…
Read MoreBenefits of Senior Living
“So, why the heck would I want to move from my current home into senior housing?” “I can’t afford that!” “I have lived here this long, I don’t need to change anything.” Do these objections sound familiar? Have you heard these from someone you love? Do you need to convince someone that a move may…
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