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As the baby boomers are nearing retirement age, the demand for assisted living facilities is growing exponentially. These facilities are similar to nursing homes, in that they provide living areas for the elderly; however, they do not provide the same level of round the clock medical care required at nursing homes. Instead, assisted... more »
According to the Consumer Consortium on Assisted Living, a million older Americans live in assisted living facilities nationwide--nearly half of them suffering from some form of memory impairment. The average age of assisted living residents is 83 and, by the definition of "assisted living," requires help in at least one area of... more »
As the baby-boomers begin to retire, there are increasing options for housing for seniors and the elderly. Unlike in past years, the nursing home is only for the very infirm and elderly. Retired individuals have a range of opportunities, from staying in their own homes to living in facilities that offer care for different levels of need. more »
One in eight Americans is over the age of 65, and by 2030 that number is expected to double. With aging friends passing away and the handicap of limited mobility, seniors often need interaction with others. Here are three ways you can reach out and make a difference by “adopting” a grandparent. more »
We are living longer, healthier lives thanks to technology, nutrition, and improvements in medical science. According to the Long Term Care Insurance National Advisory Center, by the year 2030, 1 in 5 Americans will be over the age of 65. However, although we may be living longer, the effects of aging and chronic disease on the body... more »
Caring for an elderly parent, spouse, relative or friend can be a challenging and sometimes...
If you are an older American, and you need some help planning for retirement or getting...
The Association for the Advancement of Retired Persons, or AARP, is an association in which...
As people get older, they may find it harder to take care of themselves. Not everyone has a family to go to when this time comes, so it's up to an... more »
Operating assisted living facilities requires a balance of management, regulatory, customer service and reimbursement demands. An operations... more »
Financing long term care is not something you think about each day. As you become older, the financial means to support your needed level of care... more »
Vancouver offers retirees a variety of retirement communities that include low maintenance single family homes and apartments in close proximity... more »
The job of a physical therapy assistant is to help the physical therapist provide treatments to patients. Treatments are intended to improve... more »
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