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- Is Assisted Living a good option for someone who has memory loss or impairment?
When looking into Assisted Living communities, keep in mind that not all of them offer all the same services:Some communities have developed services and programs ... - Is Assisted Living a good option for someone who is falling?
Falls are caused by many things. Physical frailty, energy level, hearing, sight, reactions to medications, disease, and illness all affect a person’s ability to ... - I'm not sure how to initiate a conversation regarding my mom moving from her home. Any helpful suggestions?
It's likely that your mother has also been thinking about the possibility of moving, but you are correct in assuming that it may be a ... - I have heard the term CCRC - is this a type of retirement home?
This acronym stands for Continuing Care Retirement Community. This is a senior living complex that offers independent living, assisted living and skilled nursing or ... - I have four places that are at the top of my list to show my parents. They are coming in from
out of state to visit and to look at places to live. They will likely move here next year.
Should I show them all four, and should I mail them packages of information on each community?
How much of my own opinion should I give them?
Four communities is a lot, yet two communities is not enough. Three options is an ideal number to consider. To review your options, ... - Is there some way I can gather information without having to repeat my story over and over to the Assisted Living communities?
What you're facing is that people working in the senior housing and care industries are trained to gather information from you first to determine if ... - Is there a formula for downsizing?
There is a process most people go through when downsizing, but it isn't a perfect science. Knowing where you will be moving next is perhaps ... - I think my dad needs to be around people more often. When I go to visit him, he seems happy, but when we're together, he talks about being lonely and having nothing to do.
When you visit your father, you bring with you energy and hope. This is likely something that perks him up as soon as he ... - I called and spoke to one of your Advisors. She really helped clarify things for me, and she’s shown me three great options for my mother. Now I’m feeling guilty that I’ve been researching options behind my mother’s back. What can I do to not upset her?
No matter what you do, or how you approach this, it's a very rare instance when someone could go through this process without feeling some ... - I’m concerned about my mother’s safety. She doesn’t even remember if she’s turned off the stove or not.
Your mother likely should no longer have access to a stove, then. Or at least not until such time that you determine what is ... - I’m not entirely certain, but I think my dad may have the onset of Alzheimer’s. How can I find out?
You need to seek out medical attention, the sooner the better. Make an appointment to see your father's primary physician. If you are ... - Investment Overview / Guaranteed Life Income
Our Guaranteed Lifetime Income products are income annuities that provide a 100% guarantee that your retirement income will last as long as you live, no ... - Investment Overview / Semi Retirement
What Does This Article Cover? What is semi-retirement? Why do people choose semi-retirement? How does semi-retirement affect Social Security? "The best part is the freedom. I don't have to ...
