Can a Move to Assisted Living Help a Senior Avoid Depression?
Most people dream of and plan for retirement over many years. We envision carefree days spent traveling, enjoying time with friends or pursuing hobbies. But what many older adults don’t realize is that after leaving the working world behind, depression can make an uninvited appearance. Seniors can experience depression for a variety of reasons, ranging […]
Reducing the Risk of Falls Among Seniors
Falls, especially among our senior population, can be a significant health issue leading to serious injury, a decline in overall health and even death. The CDC reports that one in four adults over age 65 report a fall each year, and so much of the time these falls can be prevented. In this article, we’ll […]
How to Use the ASC Independent Living Decision Toolkit
Once you’ve made the decision to move to an independent living community, or you’re at least considering it, figuring out how to start the search can be a little overwhelming. These types of communities can vary greatly in terms of apartment or villa sizes, services and amenities and cost. It’s a lot to keep track […]
What to Ask on Your First Phone Call to an Assisted Living Community
Families of seniors often begin the search for assisted living at the start of the new year. A holiday visit to an older loved one’s home may have revealed that they need the support and safety of one of these communities. If you aren’t familiar with the different types of senior housing, however, the process […]
Assessing a Senior’s Safety and Touring Senior Care Communities During the Holidays
Most of us want to make sure the eldest members of our family are well cared for as they grow older. We want them to have everything necessary to be happy and healthy. But many older adults want to maintain their independence and privacy. It can make them reluctant or even unwilling to ask for […]
Tips for Connecting With Your Younger Loved Ones on Social Media
Social media can be a great way for families to keep in touch, no matter where they live or what their ages. Facebook, Instagram and Snapchat allow people to easily share photos and updates with followers. Don’t believe the myth that seniors aren’t tech savvy. Older adults are finding social media sites, especially Facebook, to […]
Tips for Seniors Considering Pet Adoption
Having friends and family to spend time with is increasingly important as we grow older. The connection is good for mental, physical and spiritual well-being. For many people, the definition of family extends to pets. They are a source of companionship, affection and unconditional love. Having a pet can give a senior a sense of […]
How Assisted Living Can Improve Quality of Life
For many families, pitching in to help a senior loved one starts small. It might be dropping off a few groceries, picking up prescriptions or shoveling the snow off the front porch. As those tasks add up or when an older loved one begins to require assistance of a more personal nature, families often begin […]
Did you know Long Term Care Insurance may help pay for Assisted Living?
If you are a senior or the adult child of one, you might be wondering how your long-term care insurance (LTCI) can be utilized. Some older adults purchased a policy many years ago but aren’t sure what it actually covers. One popular myth is that LTCI can only be used if and when someone needs […]
SMART Solutions: Making Your Next Steps Count
SMART Solutions is American Senior Communities’ concierge-style moving consulting service that makes settling into your new community easy. An experienced Transition Specialist will support you throughout the entire process – from envisioning your new space and helping to decide what to move, to what you will actually need in your new space regarding the “small […]