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- Overview
  Get a more in-depth overview of senior living options to choose from.
- Active Adult/55+
  Communities that offer relatively maintenance-free independent living residences to those ages 55 and over.
- Independent Living
  Residential living for older adults who don’t need assistance. It’s ideal for seniors seeking a vibrant social environment.
- Assisted Living
  Residential living that provides a range of personalized help with activities of daily living.
- Continuing Care Retirement Communities
  Communities that provide progressive levels of care on a single campus, allowing adjustments when health needs change.
- Memory Care
  Communities specially designed to support adults living with Alzheimer’s disease or another type of dementia.
- Skilled Nursing
  A licensed residential facility that offers on-site skilled care for those who need a higher level of care than an assisted living facility can provide.
- Other Options & Care
  Learn who benefits most from home care options, hospice care and respite care.
- Overview
  Learn why Senior Living can be an affordable – and beneficial – alternative to remaining in a house.
- Paying for Senior Living
  Explore the many options available to you that can help offset the cost of senior living.
- Selling a House
  Get an in-depth look at how you can use your house – or the sale of it – to pay for a senior community.
- Insurance
  Long-term care insurance and other policies can be complicated. We’ll break it down.
- Savings, Income, and Assets
  In addition to proceeds from a house sale, learn more about how families use personal assets to fund the costs.
- Veterans Benefits
  Everything you need to know about the cost benefits available to Veterans and their spouses.
- Medicare and Medicaid
  Learn when Medicare and Medicaid can help cover your costs.
- Tax Benefits
  Discover how tax deductions may add up to substantial savings.
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What You Should Know About the Cost of Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC)

May 8, 2025

Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs) offer housing, amenities, and a full range of future healthcare options, giving seniors financial predictability, lifestyle benefits, and peace of mind in one location.

Choosing The Right Type Of Senior Living

April 23, 2025

Discover how senior living communities can improve health, boost longevity, support cognitive function, and even offer a more cost-effective lifestyle.

Independent Living vs Assisted Living

April 22, 2025

Explore the key differences between independent and assisted living to help you make an informed choice for yourself or a loved one.

How Elder Care Attorneys Can Help Seniors and their Families

December 30, 2024

Discover how elder care attorneys assist seniors with legal services, including estate planning, Medicaid eligibility and long-term care planning.

The Benefits of Senior Living for Family Caregivers

November 22, 2024

Discover how senior living communities can ease the burden for family caregivers, too.

Solo Aging: Tips, Benefits, and Drawbacks

October 24, 2024

Discover how to navigate - and embrace - solo aging independently by proactively planning for health, finances, and social connections.

Assisted Living vs. Home Care: Determining the Better Option

October 22, 2024

Explore the critical differences between assisted living and home care to help you determine the best option for your loved one’s needs.

Comparing the Cost of Senior Living vs. In-Home Care

October 3, 2024

Learn about the price of aging at home, from home maintenance costs and monthly expenses to making the house safer and age-appropriate.