These facilities provide a way for older adults to live as independently as possible in a residential atmosphere with assistance and support. There are many types and sizes of facilities but they all generally provide meals in social settings and are staffed with people who can provide different levels of care with...

A Nursing Home is also known as a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF). These facilities have registered nurses who provide 24-hour care to people who can no longer care for themselves due to physical, mental, or emotional conditions. A physician supervises each patients care. Most nursing homes have two basic...

This worksheet will help you weigh out the costs of staying in your current living situation and moving into senior living. You will probably find that the costs are very similar...

Independent Living is having the ability to maintain one's residence and lifestyle without any custodial or medical assistance. If custodial or medical care becomes necessary...