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Is Aging in Place Always the Best Option for Seniors?
As we age, most of us claim we want to age in place—to stay in the familiar homes we love throughout the rest of our lives. But many seniors don’t think this decision through and wind up unsafe, unsupported, lonely and even housebound.
17 CommentsHow to Pay for Independent Living
Understand how retirement communities differ from other senior living options and learn how various assets, income sources and benefits can cover the costs of living in an independent senior community.
8 CommentsQuestions and Answers About Independent Living Communities
Also known as retirement communities, independent living enables self-sufficient seniors to enjoy a social atmosphere, amenities, services and activities without any of the responsibilities and maintenance that come with home ownership.
3 CommentsCare for the Elderly: In-Home Services That Help Seniors Age In Place
At-home care for seniors can include help with housekeeping, transportation, meal preparation, personal care, medication reminders, and more.
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Living Independently Questions
Where do you search for affordable housing?
8 AnswersZippyZee Answered 12 min agoCan we force my ex-MIL to go to hospital for treatment and complete DNR, etc. paperwork? What are legal implications knowing she is dying?
15 Answerskathymat Replied 15 hours agoMy mom is 98 and lives independently, but her apt. really needs a deep cleaning and she refuses to have a cleaning person come. What to do?
7 Answers97yroldmom Answered 18 hours ago92-year-old living in alone in her own home. Her closest child lives 4 hours away but continues to adapt to alternative housing. Should we get a case manager?
3 AnswersAlvaDeer Answered 19 hours ago
Living Independently Discussions
Urgently need advice to help elderly neighbor, who just lost her only child, plan her course going forward.
6 CommentsFawnby Commented Apr 6, 2024Adjusting to your LO's decrease in ability.
95 Commentsgolden23 Commented Mar 21, 2024Looking for independent living apartments.
3 CommentsIsthisrealyreal Commented Mar 15, 2024I am new to this. Where do I look for help and how much should I expect to pay?
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