Senior Living Dictionary for Families: Understanding Key Terms
When seniors and their families first begin to explore retirement living options, they often say the search feels a little overwhelming. They cite one challenge in particular: understanding the terminology. Like other complex industries, senior care is rife with clinical terms, acronyms and unfamiliar language. For those new to senior living, it can be tough […]
Busting the 5 Leading Myths About Assisted Living Communities
Assisted living communities offer older adults a wide range of benefits, from a healthy, active social life to support with safely managing medications. This type of senior housing can help residents improve their quality of life in many ways. But there are a variety of myths about assisted living that can create unnecessary fear in […]
How is Assisted Living Different from Home Care?
When an older adult or a person with a disability needs help with daily activities and personal care, two senior care options that are available are assisted living and home care. Each of these offers unique benefits tailored to individual preferences and needs. While the types of support they provide are similar, there are also […]
Tips for Connecting With the Neighbors at Your New Senior Living Community
If you are planning a move to a senior living community, one reason you may have chosen to do so is to feel more connected. Older adults often find these communities appealing because of the lifestyle and friendships they offer. But you might be a little anxious about making such a big change. Most people […]
American Senior Communities Recognized as #1 Top Independent Living Provider Nationwide
American Senior Communities (ASC) has been recognized by national senior industry knowledge leader, ElderCare Review as the #1 Top Independent Living provider in the nation. ASC graces the front cover of their nationally distributed publication as well as a featured article in their July 2024 issue. ElderCare Review cites the reasons they acknowledged ASC with […]
10 Helpful Tips for Seniors to Stay Safe in the Bathroom
Article by Guest Author, Paul Gilbert. As you age, ensuring your bathroom is a safe and accessible space becomes increasingly important. You might not realize how a few simple adjustments can greatly reduce the risk of accidents and enhance your independence. From installing grab bars to improving lighting, each tip offers a practical solution to […]
What to Do When a Couple Needs Different Types of Senior Housing
While nearly everyone experiences many age-related changes, such as a loss of flexibility and slower reflexes, people age differently. That sometimes means when an older couple is ready to make the move to senior housing, they need different levels of support. For example, one spouse may be active and independent while another is battling dementia. […]
American Senior Communities’ THRIVE Program
As a leading senior lifestyle and care provider, American Senior Communities is committed to offering a variety of options including maintenance-free housing options while offering each resident the chance to personalize their lifestyle to be as active and involved as they desire. You’ll find this philosophy at the center of everything we do, and it’s […]
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 […]