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Two seniors and a caregiver in a nursing home, looking at the pros and cons of living there

The Pros and Cons of a Nursing Home

July 30, 2021 By Angelica Herrera Venson, DrPH, MPH Leave a Comment

Do you know nearly 1.4 million people across the United States live in nursing homes? This number will only increase in upcoming years. Parents are the biggest blessing on earth and they deserve the best possible care in the world. Every adult’s life gets to a time where certain essential questions must be asked: Are […]

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How To Talk To Elderly Parents About Moving

July 19, 2021 By Cassie Greenfield, MSc Leave a Comment

Having the ‘moving’ conversation with an aging parent is fraught with difficulty. It can be an emotional topic, especially if everyone has strong and differing opinions about the best long-term solutions are. In this post, we’re taking a close look at how to talk to elderly parents about moving. To do so, we’ll be talking […]

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Pros and Cons of a Senior Apartment

March 29, 2021 By Angelica Herrera Venson, DrPH, MPH Leave a Comment

In many ways, a senior apartment is an excellent solution for independent living. This allows the senior to still live on their own and enjoy all the freedom that comes with doing so, but with much less hassle than trying to maintain a full house. Still, there are some notable pros and cons of a […]

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Pros and Cons of Aging at Home

March 8, 2021 By Angelica Herrera Venson, DrPH, MPH Leave a Comment

Aging in your own home, or aging in place, is the goal for many seniors. Most people don’t want to give up their familiar surroundings, especially when their home is filled with many good memories. There are also many pros and cons of aging at home. Some of these are obvious, while others might have […]

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Pros and Cons of Assisted Living

February 22, 2021 By Angelica Herrera Venson, DrPH, MPH Leave a Comment

Assisted living. To many seniors, this sounds like a terrifying idea. Most would much prefer to age in their own home. And yet, assisted living often isn’t as bad as it sounds. There are plenty of pros and cons of assisted living, which can strongly influence your experience. In fact, many people find that assisted […]

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Where Will You Live When You Retire? Senior Housing Options and What They Mean

January 25, 2021 By Cassie Greenfield, MSc Leave a Comment

Where will you live when you retire? It’s a serious question and not one to be taken lightly. After all, there are many senior housing options For many people, the answer is simple – staying at home. Living in a familiar environment certainly has its advantages. You might not want to give up the home […]

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