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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
Unable to get short temp Humana sitter care for 4-6 weeks recovery of auto accident and broken ankle. Totalled my Jeep. No more self trans
3 Answerslealonnie1 Replied Dec 1, 2025For those of us who are seniors, what was the one thing that surprised you the most about getting older?
149 AnswersFawnby Replied Nov 24, 2025My husband and I live in a VA foster adult home we get Aid and Attendance we want to move to a independent community, will we loose Aid and Attendance?
3 Answerslealonnie1 Answered Nov 17, 2025I'm struggling with dealing with elderly aunt that is so abusive and demanding. How can I handle this?
19 AnswersAlvaDeer Replied Nov 17, 2025
Living Independently Discussions
Where do I look for independent living?
2 CommentsALISESystems Commented Nov 23, 2025Can anyone please give an example of a "good" end of life scenario?
20 Commentsmikeindc Commented May 15, 2025Federal program funding meals on wheels, senior centers to be disbanded.
9 CommentsDrivingdaisy Commented Mar 31, 2025My dad wants to die fighting a bear. Is this a funny story or a future FUBAR?
13 CommentsFawnby Commented Mar 6, 2025
Living Independently Related Topics
- Care Decisions
- Alzheimer's & Dementia
- Aging in Place
- Burnout
- Cognitive Decline
- Memory Loss
- Area Agency on Aging
- Dementia Behaviors
- Home Modification
- Caregiving
- Signs of Dementia
- Cancer
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
- Dementia Wandering
- Chemotherapy
- Violent Behavior
- Early Onset Alzheimer's
- Adult Day Care
- Sundowner's Syndrome




