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How to talk to your parent about moving to an elder care campus

Approximately one million Americans live in some type of senior living community. With that number expected to double by 2030, ...
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When is it time to make the move to senior living?

One of the hardest decisions a caregiver will ever have to make is determining the time has come to move ...
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Assisted living vs long-term care: Which option is best for my loved one?

Senior living communities come in many shapes, sizes and names, so finding the right living arrangement can feel overwhelming. But ...
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What you get: For-profit vs. non-profit senior living

When it comes to choosing a senior living community for someone you love, there’s no shortage of considerations. From the ...
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How to discuss assisted living costs in Houston with family members

According to Genworth’s 2020 survey, the cost of assisted living in Houston can range from $3,800 to $6,000 or even ...
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How to start the first family conversation about assisted living

Watching a loved one age can be hard. And when your parent or grandparent can no longer live independently and ...
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How to select the best assisted living facility

An assisted living facility can offer a new lease on life for seniors who can no longer live on their ...
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Assisted Living Facility Tour Time: What to look for?

Deciding to move your elderly loved one to an assisted living facility can be difficult but choosing the right community ...
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Countdown to move-in day: Help your loved one transition to senior or assisted living (Part 1 of 2)

Moving can be difficult, no matter your age or circumstance. But, paring down a lifetime of belongings can be especially ...
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Moving to an assisted living community: What to bring and what to leave behind (Part 2 of 2)

In Part 1 of this blog, we discussed how to prepare for a move to an assisted living community. But ...
What Does Torah Say About Elder Care

What does the Torah say about elder care?

By Rabbi Young, Seven Acres & The Medallion Chaplain “Honor your father and your mother.” The Torah states this commandment ...
Encouragement 3 Ways to Help Seniors Through Short Term Rehab

Encouragement: 3 Ways to Help Seniors Through Short-Term Rehab

Following an illness, injury or surgery, your aging parent’s doctor may recommend a stay in a short-term senior rehabilitation center, ...
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