woman and daughter discuss assisted living vs. nursing homes

Assisted Living vs. Nursing Homes

If you’re looking into types of senior living communities for yourself or a loved one, the options you come across can be confusing. Continuing care, independent living, assisted living, and nursing homes—all of these terms can make it hard to understand exactly what each type of community offers. For seniors who would benefit from assistance…

senior living resident learns how to combat loneliness

How to Combat Loneliness in Senior Living

Loneliness is incredibly common among older adults, with 25% of those over 65 experiencing social isolation, according to the Centers for Disease Control.1 Feeling lonely is more than just a passing emotion—loneliness can actually contribute to health risks like dementia, depression, heart disease, and stroke. For seniors, staying connected to a community is not only…