It might seem ironic, but transitioning to independent living or assisted living communities may be the best way to protect your independence in the long term. Accepting some assistance allows you to ...

The decision to explore some level of support when one ages can be emotional. Knowing how precious life is, the decision may come with feelings of gratitude for having moved through many rich and full ...

At an assisted living facility, you have your own apartment or home, but nursing staff and caregivers are readily available. ...

As the number of seniors in the country continues to grow, the importance of independent senior living is becoming more apparent. Independent living for seniors has many health benefits for older ...

For an older adult, the choice between assisted living and independent living ,usually depends on how well an individual can manage daily activities without extra assistance. Examples of daily ...

A growing number of baby boomers are trading golf carts for campus life, moving into “university retirement communities” ...

Stephanie Watson is a freelance writer whose work has appeared in numerous consumer health publications, including WebMD, Greatist, Healthgrades, HealthCentral, SurvivorNet, Harvard Health ...

An increasing number of older adults are opting to age in the comfort of their own homes. In fact, almost 9 in 10 adults want to remain living in their homes and communities as they age. However, less ...