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Beyond Bingo: The 50 Best Activities for Seniors in Assisted Living

People have the same basic needs at any age: to explore, have fun, learn, and live life to the fullest. Senior living activities do much more than just pass the time. They help seniors lead healthier, happier lives.
Posted On 09 May 2020
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6 Essential Steps to Take When Your Parents Need Assisted Living

Many families look to assisted living facilities to provide essential care and peace of mind when it comes to their aging parents. Finding the best senior living community means matching your parents’ needs, lifestyle, and budget with communities in their desired area. The...
Posted On 18 Apr 2020
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10 Best Ways to Save Money on Assisted Living Costs

Assisted living provides peace of mind knowing your parents are independent yet have help with daily needs. But many people are surprised, and disappointed, to learn it’s not covered by Medicare. The good news is there are several ways to pay for assisted living that aren’t...
Posted On 09 Apr 2020
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How to Check for Assisted Living Violations
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How to Check for Assisted Living Violations

Last Updated: November 15, 2019 Families who are searching for assisted living may be faced with the challenge of finding information about the background and licensing of the communities that they are exploring. While there is a national nursing home website to view the audit...
Posted On 15 Nov 2019
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Most Useful Gifts for Loved Ones in Assisted Living
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Most Useful Gifts for Loved Ones in Assisted Living

Finding the most useful gifts for your elderly loved ones to enjoy can be challenging. So, A Place for Mom has put together a list of suggestions to help in your search. Read our list of ideas to help you and your family give the perfect gifts this holiday season. Most Useful...
Posted On 13 Nov 2019
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How to Be a Good Assisted Living Roommate
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How to Be a Good Assisted Living Roommate

Moving into an assisted living community can be a difficult transition for a number of reasons. Not least amongst them is that, for many seniors, they’ll be in close quarters with roommates in a way they haven’t had to deal with for many years. If your parent or senior loved one...
Posted On 24 Jun 2019
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When Assisted Living Roommates Don’t Get Along
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When Assisted Living Roommates Don’t Get Along

Felix Unger and Oscar Madison may have milked the “incompatible roommate” scenario for laughs, but it’s no laughing matter if your mom is part of an “Odd Couple” at her assisted living community. Having roommates whose personal habits or personality traits clash with your own can...
Posted On 21 Jun 2019
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Making the Transition to Senior Living: One Family’s Story
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Making the Transition to Senior Living: One Family’s Story

Last Updated: June 19, 2019 Moving a parent or senior loved one to an assisted or senior living community can be one of the most difficult and emotional transitions a family can go through. We are more than happy to help families with their senior living search during this time...
Posted On 19 Jun 2019
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4 Reasons Why Independent or Assisted Living May Trump Living Alone
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4 Reasons Why Independent or Assisted Living May Trump Living Alone

Last Updated: June 14, 2019 While remaining at home is the top choice for many, research from AARP and MetLife Mature Market Institute shows that it may not be the best option for the family budget, overall happiness or quality of life in our golden years. Many people don’t...
Posted On 14 Jun 2019
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8 Assisted Living Activities for Your Next Visit
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8 Assisted Living Activities for Your Next Visit

After a parent or senior loved one moves into an assisted living community, they’re not the only ones who face a transition period. Everyone who loves them has to create a new routine around paying visits and spending time with them in a new environment. One of the most important...
Posted On 03 Apr 2019
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