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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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The Costs of Senior Living vs. Staying at Home from Dr. Karl Pillemer

March 24, 2020

Dr. Karl Pillemer chats about the cost of senior living versus the cost of living at home. Watch the video here.

The Benefits of Senior Living from Dr. Karl Pillemer

March 24, 2020

Dr. Karl Pillemer talks about the benefits of senior living and addressing some of his client's concerns. Watch the video now.

Why You Shouldn’t Age Alone

April 16, 2018

Hear from Dr. Karl Pillemer about the social wellness aspect of a senior living community, and how it's better for older people to age among their peers.

Financial Benefits of Senior Living

April 17, 2017

What are the costs of senior living vs staying at home? Watch this video to learn the financial benefits of senior living.

What is Assisted Living and How Senior Living Options Differ

March 13, 2017

Watch our video to find out what assisted living is, when you should consider it and how it compares to other senior living options.

How to Choose Among Senior Living Options

February 13, 2017

Watch our video featuring senior living experts to learn about living options and the questions you need to ask to help choose the right one for you.

Science Behind Longevity and Wellness

February 13, 2017

Understand the science behind longevity and wellness in this video interview. A senior living community gives residents the opportunity to try new things.

Making Decisions as a Family

January 21, 2016

Watch our video about how to make decisions ass a family and what to consider for your senior loved one.