Assisted living: What you need to know
Assisted living is geared to those who are healthy enough to live on their own but may need some help to live independently, perhaps with bathing, dressing or managing medicines. There is a lot to consider when it comes to choosing to move to an assisted living community. First is figuring out when the time is right. Most of us want to stay in our homes as long as possible. But if... READ MORE
What’s your retirement housing strategy?
One of the most important aspects of retirement planning is making housing plans. You will need a place to live in retirement, and there are a lot of different options. Even if you decide to just keep the status quo and “age in place,” there are a lot of factors to consider. Your home is often your largest asset, with the median wealth in homes for a 65-year-old couple at $192,552,... READ MORE
Competitive market spurs new housing
With the number of Americans over the age of 80 expected to double in the next two decades, the senior living housing market is becoming increasingly competitive. That’s good news for the many older adults who will be looking for new housing options, whether in an independent living, continuing care or assisted living community. Residential communities in the greater... READ MORE
Montessori programs grow in popularity
More than five million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias. As this number continues to grow, many senior living communities are incorporating specially designed memory care programs based on the Montessori method of education. Montessori schools for children focus on learning that engages the senses and focuses on a child’s particular needs and ... READ MORE
Assisted living for comfort, conversation
Lisa Cini is one of the nation’s foremost experts on making living spaces comfortable and functional for seniors. Through Mosaic Design Studio, her firm based in Columbus, Ohio, she has been designing assisted living facilities for 25 years. Cini is also a speaker on the subjects of design, aging and technology, and has written two books — The Future is Here: Senior Living... READ MORE
