People researching assisted living facilities either for themselves or their loved ones are presented with a variety of factors to take into account, from price to overall care. If you happen to be ...

Understanding the differences between assisted living facilities and nursing homes is important when making the decision as to where a loved one should be admitted. Assisted living facilities and ...

Although 98% of seniors 65 and over have health insurance, close to four million have unpaid medical bills, according to 2023 data from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. That's because most ...

Transitioning an older loved one into a nursing home or assisted living facility is difficult enough. Figuring out whether a facility will be safe and meet their needs can also be a daunting process, ...

Here’s a hypothetical but not atypical situation: Walter is an 83-year-old male who enjoys his time in an assisted living community. The staff help him manage his medications, aid him in getting into ...

The deadly fire at Gabriel House, an assisted living facility in Fall River, killed 10 residents and injured dozens of others. The tragedy has brought to light the pressing need for safe elder care, ...

Walter is an 83-year-old male who enjoyed his time in an assisted living community. The staff helped him manage his medications, aided him in getting into his wheelchair in the morning, and he took ...

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