Is it time?
Is it time? Recognizing when your parent needs more support
Gentle signs that your parent may need more help, how to start the conversation, who to bring in, and options to consider before a move.
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Care options
Care options explained: assisted living, memory care and more
A plain-English comparison of assisted living, memory care, independent living, in-home care, adult day programs, nursing homes and respite care.
Costs
Understanding assisted living costs and how families pay
How assisted living pricing is usually structured, who may help pay, what Medicare does not cover, and the questions to ask every community.
Find a community
How to find and shortlist assisted living communities
A calm, step-by-step way to research assisted living near you, check licenses and inspection reports, make first calls, and narrow your list to three to five places.
Tour & compare
Touring assisted living communities and comparing your options
What to do before, during and after an assisted living tour, what to watch for, which questions to ask staff, and a simple way to compare communities side by side.
Prepare for the move
Preparing your parent for a move to assisted living
Paperwork to gather, how to downsize and what to bring, what to expect on moving day and in the first weeks, and how to stay involved in your parent's care.