New Tool to Support Seniors at the Wheel

Researchers find driver “retraining” to be the best strategy for improving safety at the wheel for seniors. Learn more in this post.

What to Bring to Assisted Living

Read this post for a list of items to bring and ideas for making an assisted living apartment feel like home.

How to… Be the Best Grandparent Ever

As much as they love spoiling them, grandparents also enjoy being spoiled back. Read this post for 5 simple ways to get your grandkids' thumbs-up.

How to… Age in Place, Simply: An Interview with Author Rachel Adelson

A "crash course about current insights on aging and how to stay home successfully" is how Rachel Adelson describes her book. Learn more in this post.

Talking to Your Parents About Assisted Living

When is it time to have “the talk" with aging parents? Find out in this post.

Leaning In, Senior Living Style

Sheryl Sandberg’s popular book is sparking an important conversation in the senior living world. Learn more in this post.

How to… Find Your Perfect Retirement Place

To avoid boredom and loneliness in your retirement years, consider these "how to" tips for finding your perfect post-work setting.

Why We Need Traditions in Assisted Living

We understand why a family has need of traditions, but have we thought about residents in assisted living?

New Government Standards for Culturally Sensitive Senior Care

“A broader definition of culture” is one of the updates recently made to CLAS (Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services). Learn more in this post.

8 Reasons to Change Your Eating Habits

Since old habits are hard to break, you need all the motivation you can get. Here are 8 good reasons to change your eating habits now (no matter what your age)!

Making Hospice Care More Affordable

Hospice care may become more affordable for providers thanks to advocacy efforts from MedPAC. Learn more in this post.

Senior Caregivers: A New Era of Elder Care

Aging is an inevitable phase of a person’s life. But it was only a few years back when the need to address the needs of elderly people has been recognized. The average age of most developed countries is increasing, and along with this increase in longevity comes an upsurge in various needs associated with age. [...]

How to Help When Grief Visits Assisted Living

They may be surrounded by new friends and caring staff members, but residents in assisted living still deal with grief.

Entering the Boomer Years? Bring a Friend

An overview of Suzanne Braun Levine's new ebook, "You Gotta Have Girlfriends: A post-fifty posse is good for your health."

Assisted Living Your Way

Assisted living may not be as flexible as independent living, however, residents in this setting can lead a very independent life.

How to… Have a Meaningful Retirement

Check out our latest "how to" for ideas on creating a productive and purpose-filled retirement.

In Caregiving, Setting Boundaries to Prevent Burnout

How to seek help, delegate, and say no is often easier said than done. This post offers a few tips for moving forward with boundary-setting.

Emerging Technologies for Aging

Today's guest post from the CEO of MobileHelp offers several simple suggestions for aging in place at home.

How to… Delegate Elder Care Tasks

The only thing harder than caregiving? Asking for help in it. Review this post for a how-to on delegating elder care tasks.

Exercise, Independence and Alzheimer’s

A new study shows exercise benefits those with Alzheimer's in more ways than one.

Senior Care That Comes to You

Is home care right for you or a senior loved one? Find out more about this care option in the post.

Nursing Homes Needed at Florida Retirement Community

Should all 55+ retirement communities include plans for building nursing homes?

The Need for Total Alzheimer’s Care Communities

In the future, will we see more senior communities devoted entirely to dementia care? Read this post to find out.

#ElderCareChat 4/17/13 Recap: Staying Safe

Review a summary of this week's discussion about safety, including tips for prevention, protection and defense.

What the USDA Has to Do With Senior Housing

Perhaps more public/private efforts like this one will make new senior housing construction a financially feasible option in the future.

Who’s Who in Assisted Living (and Why It Matters)

After your loved one moves to assisted living, you can be involved in a new way: getting to know the rest of your caregiving team.

Staying Safe At Home or In Assisted Living

In the wake of the Boston Marathon bombings, many feel it’s just not safe to go anywhere anymore...which makes today’s 1pm ET Twitter forum a timely one.

Is Care Available in Independent Living?

Ultimately, your independent living apartment becomes your home. If you need more services, you can bring them in, so long as the provider allows it.

Changes in Store for Senior Housing Construction

Good news on the horizon for assisted living developers and providers: read this post to learn more.

The Insider’s Guide to Assisted Living Regulations

NCAL's 2013 edition is now available to consumers, professionals, and anyone who is interested in staying informed about assisted living regulations.

Dad Moved to Assisted Living: Now What?

Some caregivers aren’t sure what comes next when they’ve been accustomed to constant caring.

Crisis Management Makes a Difference in Senior Living

Would a negative incident change your mind about a senior living community?

Why No Two Assisted Living Communities Are Alike

Like it or not, assisted living is a business. But that's not necessarily a bad thing. Find out why, and what makes each community unique, in this post.

Where New Senior Housing Projects Are Happening

There are enough new senior housing projects in the pipeline to confirm the need for continued future growth and meet current industry demand.

Assisted Living Activities for the Gents

What activities do the senior men in your community (or your family circle) enjoy?

Are Retirement Villages The Answer For The Aging Population?

Communities consisting of new housing, built around a core of facilities including health care, community-centric services as well as entertainment and leisure facilities are becoming an increasingly attractive proposition for the exponentially growing numbers of British senior citizens. While retirement villages are already popular and common place in countries such as Australia, New Zealand and [...]

Sprint into Spring in Senior Living

Warmer weather has a way of making us want to get out and move. Discover how senior living residents stay active and fit in this post.

How to Make Dining a Better Experience for People with Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer’s makes everything more difficult, including meal times. Find out what a nursing home administrator did to make things better.

What You Should Know About the Alzheimer’s Care Crisis

Find out the must-knows of Alzheimer's care in this post.

The Evolution of Today’s Retirement Living Options

Maybe the serene front porch image is not your retirement ideal, but today’s senior living market offers something for everyone.

3 Ways to Stop Fighting About Senior Care Decisions

Things can get ugly when decisions about senior care must be made. Consider these tips to stop fighting with your family and move forward.

Should You Search for Assisted Living by Online Reviews?

It is important for consumers to use these tools only as a guideline, a starting point, for considering senior care options. Find out why in this post.

What Are 55+ Communities All About?

In this post, learn more about this relative newcomer to the senior living scene.

#ElderCareChat 4/3/13 Recap: Staying Motivated to Help Others

This week's #ElderCareChat conversation was all about the ways we stay inspired to care for others in our communities, both personally and professionally.

Architects Sleep Over in Senior Living for Design Direction

David Dillard's creative response to researching the best design approach for new senior living construction: read it here.

The Keys to Good Brain Health for Seniors

As the incidence of dementia nears epidemic proportions, brain health is increasingly on everyone’s minds. Find out about a new study that offers help and hope.

New to Assisted Living? How to Help a Senior Adjust

Read this post for ideas on supporting a senior through the first days, weeks and months after an assisted living move.

Why Atria Senior Living Residents Are Reading with Children

Be inspired by a unique event connecting seniors and children today; learn more in this post.

Finding Assisted Living in a Unique Way

What's the best way to choose an assisted living community for a loved one? Read this post to find out.

5 Little Known Facts About Independent Living

Wondering what independent living is all about? Read this post to learn more.

Senior Housing Heats Up in the South

The hottest senior housing locations are down south. Read on to find out where developers are setting their sights.