Reading is a favorite pastime for many people, especially adults and seniors who might happen to have extra time to travel and relax after retirement. But regardless of age, most people appreciate technology that makes doing something you enjoy doing a little more convenient. One such innovation is the e-reader. These devices allow easy access to various books without the inconvenience of lugging around heavy hardcovers or struggling to read small text. Kindle Fire is one of the leading e-readers on the market today. Seniors have the option of enlarging the text for easier reading and uploadin ..read more

Assisted living facilities are an excellent option for elderly adults who are no longer able to live alone in their home, but don’t require the around-the-clock care provided in a nursing home. Unfortunately, it can be incredibly challenging for elders and their families to find affordable assisted living. The high cost associated with many assisted living communities can cause a huge financial strain for many people, but especially for those individuals with lower incomes. Fortunately, various forms of financial assistance to help cover the cost of assisted living are available for those who ..read more

Veterans give their all in the service, yet may find it challenging to resume their civilian lives, especially if they suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Reintegrating into the community can be a long, hard road. And even later in life, veterans face an additional hurdle if they need to move into an assisted living facility (ALF): the high cost of care. Fortunately for veterans and their surviving spouses, there are benefits available to help alleviate the financial burden that comes with long-term care in an assisted living facility. Aid & Attendance: Little-Known Benefit ..read more

IADLs or the Instrumental Activities of Daily Living are more complex than the Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) needed for basic unassisted living and go a long way in improving the quality of life for elders. Needing help with some areas of life when aging is relatively common- according to research, approximately 18% of adults over the age of 75 require assistance with one or more IADLs, while nearly 11% require ADL assistance. The majority of elders get along fine without ADL assistance, however, about half of all admissions into long-term care are due only to the inability to complete ADL ..read more

The financial burden of long-term care is daunting for many, particularly those with low income and limited resources. Thankfully, all across the United States, there are programs available to help people get the long-term care they need to live fulfilling lives. One such program is Medicaid Home and Community Based Services – a Medicaid waiver that helps people stay in their home instead of receiving care in a nursing home or other institution. But Medicaid and its waiver programs can be difficult to understand, and applying for coverage can be a confusing process for many to navigate. So let ..read more

COVID-19 Update: Many caregivers and seniors are searching for ways to support and connect with their loved ones while maintaining isolation and social distancing guidelines. We’ve compiled a list of 10 essential products to help older adults stay happy, healthy and connected, whether they are aging in place at home or in an assisted living community. Many seniors appreciate the amenities and easygoing lifestyle of assisted living communities, but most people actually tend to want to age in place, in their lifelong homes and familiar neighborhoods. If you want to learn more about ways t ..read more

  People tend to think of Medicare and Medicaid in a single breath, like peanut butter and jelly. But the two programs, while complementary, address distinct aspects of senior health care and finances. And neither of them offers blanket coverage for assisted living, despite this common misconception. Medicare, examined in detail in a previous post, covers: Qualified medical care in a hospital Short-terms stays in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) Nursing home care (as long as the resident requires actual nursing care and not simply “custodial assistance” with daily needs such as bathing ..read more

AssistedLiving.org respects your right to privacy and we take the protection of your personal information seriously. For the most part, you can visit AssistedLiving.org without us associating information from those visits with your personal information. Any information that you do provide to us is completely voluntary, but some information is necessary for us to render the information and referral services that we provide. In order for us to provide you with the services we offer, we need to collect your name, email address, telephone number, and zip code. While online, or on the phone with on ..read more

 AssistedLiving.org respects your right to privacy and we take the protection of your personal information seriously. For the most part, you can visit  AssistedLiving.org without us associating information from those visits with your personal information. Any information that you do provide to us is completely voluntary, but some information is necessary for us to render the information and referral services that we provide. You have the right to know which pieces of information  AssistedLiving.org collects and request access to, or deletion of that information which we have gat ..read more

COVID-19 has everyone staying home, but seniors have been instructed to be especially diligent about social distancing due to their increased risk of hospitalization and death from the coronavirus. With many seniors isolating themselves, their normal support systems may not be able to help them for the time being. But, the need for necessities and support remains. Online shopping can be a great way for seniors to procure things that can make them safer, healthier, and happier, while still following proper social distancing protocols.  Caregivers, family members, and friends of seniors ca ..read more