Does Your Retirement Community Have a Bullying Problem? August 13, 2017 by Jennifer Grey Retirement Communities - Some of our most traumatic memories have to do with childhood bullying. Unfortunately, some people never really outgrow this behavior. And those who were bullies as children sometimes revert to it again once they move to a retirement community. There are a range of reasons why bullies thrive in retirement communities. Mild dementia problems that … Continue reading "Does Your Retirement Community Have a Bullying Problem?" Live Your Own Life: How to Find a Retirement Community That Fits Your Lifestyle February 20, 2020 by David Goldstein Articles , Retirement Communities - After many years of hard work and determination, you’re finally ready to retire. You may be considering going to a retirement community to make your life even easier. However, before deciding on a retirement home, there are a few things you need to know first. Here’s how to find a retirement community that fits your … Continue reading "Live Your Own Life: How to Find a Retirement Community That Fits Your Lifestyle" What Is The Difference Between A Nursing Home And Assisted Living? March 17, 2020 by Shanon Woodruff Articles , Assisted Living , Independent Living , Retirement Communities - There will come a time in just about everybody’s life when their age catches up and it becomes difficult to take care of oneself. When that time approaches there are a number of different options for care for senior citizens. And each of these options is best suited to particular circumstances and even your lifestyle. … Continue reading "What Is The Difference Between A Nursing Home And Assisted Living?" How to Assess the Features & Facilities in a Senior Housing Complex March 16, 2020 by Leah Matricio Articles , Retirement Communities - Next to choosing somewhere to live for yourself choosing a retirement facility for your aging parents can be one of the most difficult decisions that you can face in your adult life. They worked hard to raise you and, let’s be honest, you wouldn’t even be here without them. But very few of us will … Continue reading "How to Assess the Features & Facilities in a Senior Housing Complex" Who Pays for a Nursing Home – and How? August 13, 2017 by Jennifer Grey Retirement Communities - Nursing home stays are expensive. A typical monthly bill for the nursing home can come to as much as $14,000—or more. And you don’t want to skimp on that care, because the quality of care at a nursing home can make a significant difference in the quality of life for you or your loved one. … Continue reading "Who Pays for a Nursing Home – and How?" Elder Abuse: How to Protect Your Loved Ones August 13, 2017 by Jennifer Grey Retirement Communities - When you choose a senior housing facility for your loved one, you have a few basic expectations—one of which is that your loved one will be safe and well treated. All senior housing facilities should provide a safe and secure environment for residents. Unfortunately, cases of elder abuse do happen—even in the most luxurious senior … Continue reading "Elder Abuse: How to Protect Your Loved Ones" Is Your Senior Community Pet-Friendly? How to Tell August 13, 2017 by Jennifer Grey Retirement Communities - If you’re like many seniors, you have a pet you love. Studies show that people with pets live longer, healthier lives—and that’s particularly true for seniors. If you’re contemplating a move to a senior retirement community, it’ll be important to tell whether or not it provides a welcoming and safe place for your pet—as well … Continue reading "Is Your Senior Community Pet-Friendly? How to Tell" What Makes a City Best for Retirement? August 13, 2017 by Jennifer Grey Retirement Communities - Where should you retire? In the town where you live, or in a new and exciting place? A lot of factors go into deciding the best place to retire—and what’s important to you may not be what’s important to someone else. But there are some common factors that go into the absolute best cities, towns, … Continue reading "What Makes a City Best for Retirement?"