We expect our loved ones to be able to enjoy their golden years retiring, working on passion projects or getting into new hobbies. “No one sits around and says, ‘OK, I’m ready for a nursing home.’ ...

Residents of assisted living communities and nursing homes have significantly lower odds of using telehealth compared with older adults who use long-term services and supports and live in the ...

Here’s a hypothetical but not atypical situation: Walter is an 83-year-old male who enjoys his time in an assisted living community. The staff help him manage his medications, aid him in getting into ...

Transitioning an older loved one into a nursing home or assisted living facility is difficult enough. Figuring out whether a facility will be safe and meet their needs can also be a daunting process, ...

Understanding the differences between assisted living facilities and nursing homes is important when making the decision as to where a loved one should be admitted. Assisted living facilities and ...

Assisted living communities are a critical setting for end-of-life care, but a new national study reveals major opportunities for improvement in operations and partnerships — particularly with hospice ...

Regardless if you or your loved one lives in a metropolitan or rural area, the decision process for evaluating the best suited place to age can be complicated. However, for those living in rural ...

Choosing care isn’t an easy decision. While assisted living can offer a variety of care services for seniors with different needs, it isn’t necessarily every senior’s first choice. When considering ...

Chenango County residents are ages 65+. The home said this project will allow them to provide enhanced medical care.