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What Assisted Living Offers
Assisted living communities offer a wide range of services and function under different operational models, from bare-bones small group homes to plush apartment complex-style digs with hundreds of units.
Alternatives to Assisted Living
Before shopping for an assisted living spot, consider other potential senior living arrangements.
How to Choose an Assisted Living Community
Use our guide to local assisted living to identify a handful of prospective communities, then call them and ask a lot of questions. There’s much at stake, so you need to choose smartly.
How Much Assisted Living Costs and How to Pay for It
Along with big differences in number of residents, services, amenities, activities, medical staff, meal options, and more, you’ll find huge cost differences among assisted living communities.
Talking to Your Parents About Assisted Living
Because most of us value our independence, it’s common for seniors to balk at the thought of bunking in a group setting. Below are pointers on having these conversations. Our most important advice: Plan ahead. These decisions are not made well when rushed.
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