As our loved ones age and enter their golden years, one subject becomes increasingly important – their housing situation.  There are many housing options for older adults, but two of the main paths families choose are independent living and assisted living. It is essential to know the difference between the two so you and your […]

After working in the healthcare industry for more than 20 years, I get asked a lot about care providers and how to choose the right facility by friends, family members and patients. Unfortunately, unless you’ve been in this situation before, the selection process is overwhelming. The financial issues alone are very confusing, especially when dealing with Medicare […]

Life is full of transitions. From a child’s first day of school to the launching of a young adult’s career to an older adult’s retirement party, these planned transitions can be filled with anticipation and excitement. Life often delivers unexpected transitions, too.  A natural disaster, a medical emergency, the loss of a job; these situations […]

Suppose your loved one needs more assistance than can be provided in the home environment. Would assisted living best suit your loved one’s needs and personality? There are many choices in assisted living, and they come in large and small sizes. Large communities offer a wide array of activities and lots of other residents with whom […]