Retirement Communities
Welcome to the Eldercare Channel and our advice section on Assisted Living and Retirement Communities. The articles in this section, written by experts in the field, offer you a variety of information about assisted living and retirement facilities in the area so that you can find the care you and your loved ones deserve.
Choosing Where to Spend Your Retirement
Your retirement years can be the best years of your life. Many of us will return to favorite hobbies, finally have the time to travel, or just relax and enjoy the little things in life.
The Importance of Planning Ahead for Retirement Living
Planning ahead can help make difficult decisions easier, expand lifestyle options and improve quality of life in the long run.
Helping Your Parents Help Themselves
Adult children whose parents are members of the “greatest generation” have critical roles to play as their parents begin to lose the ability to live safely and independently on their own.
When Caring for Alzheimer’s Overwhelms You
More than four and a half million people in the United States are affected by Alzheimer's disease (AD), a degenerative condition that causes confusion, personality changes, and impaired judgment. As people today live longer and longer, the chances that you or someone you love will be affected by Alzheimer's (or a related memory disorder) are increasing greatly.
The Price is Right: Assisted Living is Surprisingly Affordable!
While costs vary from community to community, in the Savannah area for 2009, daily basic fees ranged from $67 to $117, or $24,455 to $42,705 annually. Most rates cover all services, but there can be additional charges for special services depending upon the community.
Choosing the Best Alzheimer’s Community
It can be difficult to find an Alzheimer's community for your loved one that seems like the best fit.
Know Who Owns That Retirement Home!
Senior care has become big corporate business in America. Make sure your loved one isn't treated like a widget!
Rental Fee versus “Buy-In” Communities
Current research continues to show that absence of maintenance, mobility, security, and proximity to family are very important for those living in retirement communities. However, cost and return on investment have become more significant in choosing a retirement community.