Most people assume that it’s only time to consider senior living once you can no longer live independently at home. However, that’s not necessarily true. Yes, there are types of senior living that provide daily support and care, such as assisted living or memory care. There’s also another type of senior living known as independent […]
6 Myths About Senior Living That Aren’t True
Whether or not to move from home to senior living is undoubtedly one of the most significant decisions a person can make. With all the emotions over leaving home, the range of options to consider, and navigating the circumstances prompting you to make the decision, the last thing you need on your plate is a […]
How Senior Living Can Help Older Adults Embrace Aging
Change is one of the constants in life, and as such, you’d think we’d be used to it. However, most of us actually fear change. In fact, research shows that one in three people would avoid change altogether if they could. We’d argue that’s especially true when it comes to major life changes like a […]
Home Safety Issues Seniors and Their Loved Ones Should Know
Home safety should be a concern at any age, particularly for seniors. In fact, injuries from falls, home fires, and medication errors are much more common among those 65 and older for reasons that may include weaker muscles, more brittle bones, slower reaction times, impaired vision and balance, or perhaps even diminished cognitive abilities. There […]
Comparing the Cost of Assisted Living Versus Home Care
Most people assume that the cost of assisted living would be more than the cost of care at home. In fact, that’s often one of the most common reasons why a person wouldn’t consider looking into assisted living in Somerset County further. But the truth is that there are times when the cost of assisted […]
Easing the Transition of Downsizing to Assisted Living
It goes without saying that a move to assisted living in Hillsborough Township is a big change. And while you’re undoubtedly navigating a range of emotions about the move, there’s also a whole other area you need to navigate as well: the logistics. For many, this is just as overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to […]
How to Know if Assisted Living Is Right for You
If you or a loved one are beginning to need a bit of extra help with daily activities, have had a recent health scare, or perhaps have a chronic condition that’s getting harder to manage at home, then you might be considering assisted living. But, how do you know if assisted living in Somerset County […]
The Top 5 Benefits of Assisted Living for Older Adults
Often families choose assisted living when a loved one begins to need help with daily activities, has a health scare, or has a chronic condition that’s getting worse. While assisted living in Somerset County is ideal for these needs, these communities offer much more than support. In fact, you may be surprised just how active, […]
What to Know About Assisted Living
Many people use the terms ‘assisted living’ and ‘senior living’ interchangeably. While it’s true that assisted living is a type of senior living, they are not one and the same. There are actually two other types of senior living: independent living and memory care. In fact, each of these three types of senior living caters […]
What to Do When You Need Help Paying for Senior Living
Finding the best care is invaluable, yet cost can be one of the biggest concerns for families when considering senior living in Hillsborough Township. However just because your budget may be limited, doesn’t mean senior living is out of reach! You may not realize that there are a number of options to help you in […]