Category: Assisted Living

Medicare Open Enrollment: What Older Adults and Families Need to Know

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Every fall, Medicare Open Enrollment gives millions of older adults an opportunity to review their current health and prescription drug coverage and make changes for the year ahead. With plan information arriving by mail, advertisements appearing on television and online, and numerous options to consider, the process can sometimes feel overwhelming. The good news? Taking... Read more »

Voting Tips for Older Adults

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Voting is a fundamental right of all Americans; therefore, federal laws are in place to ensure everyone has the right to vote regardless of where they live. This ensures that residents in assisted living or skilled nursing have the necessary accommodations to vote. Voting Options for Older Adults... Read more »

Should My Family and Children Visit Assisted Living?

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When a loved one moves into assisted living, one of the first questions families ask is whether visits — especially with children — are a good idea. The answer is a heartfelt yes. Spending time together as a family, across generations, is one of the simplest and most powerful ways to support someone in this... Read more »

Medication Management in Assisted Living

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Most assisted living communities offer medication management services. One study found that 77.5% of residents in assisted living need help with medications. That same study noted that, on average, residents took 13 medications, 3 of them on a daily basis. Ensuring Your Loved One Receives the Proper Medication at the Proper Time You’re likely already… Read more »

Top 10 Winter Safety Tips for Seniors

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Winter Safety for Seniors: What Families Need to Know Winter brings beautiful snowfalls, cozy days indoors, and time spent with family—but it can also create unique safety concerns for older adults. Snow, ice, freezing temperatures, power outages, and hazardous driving conditions can increase the risk of falls, injuries, and other emergencies for seniors. For family... Read more »

Must-Haves When Downsizing to Assisted Living

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When you’re preparing to make the move to an assisted living community, it can be a little intimidating to contemplate the downsizing process (also known as rightsizing). Many of us have lived in our homes for decades, which makes it difficult to imagine what our life will look like somewhere else. However, there are a… Read more »

Assisted Living Costs in Central Ohio

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If you’re looking for information about the cost of assisted living in Columbus, Ohio, you might have a difficult time getting an answer. That’s because assisted living costs can vary depending on the individual’s needs. However, you can get an idea of the assisted living price ranges from the Genworth Financial Cost of Care Survey… Read more »

Life in an Assisted Living Community

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We are getting ready to move my mother into an assisted living community, and she’s very apprehensive. She doesn’t like change anyway, and even though we toured the community, she’s not sure what life will be like once she moves in. Can you give us an idea? Sincerely, Freda What to Expect in Assisted Living… Read more »