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Senior Housing

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Thinking about future housing or caregiving needs can be stressful and anxiety-provoking for both you and your family. But the earlier you plan, the more choices and control you will have. These articles can help.

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Senior Housing Options

Making the best senior living choices for you or a loved one

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Independent Living for Seniors

Choosing the right retirement home or retirement community for you

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Assisted Living Facilities

Tips for choosing a facility and making the transition

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Home Care Services for Seniors

Services to help you age in the comfort of your own home

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Adult Day Care Services

Finding the best center for your needs

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A Guide to Nursing Homes

Choosing skilled nursing facilities and convalescent homes

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Family Caregiving

Finding caregiver support and making caregiving more rewarding

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Respite Care

Finding respite services for family caregivers

Caregiver places hand on shoulder of elderly women, who reaches her hand to meet it

Hospice and Palliative Care

Quality of life at the end of life