By Lisa M. Petsche As people age, there's a good chance that at some point their home will no longer suit their lifestyle or their needs. Moving to a different …

By Lisa M. Petsche As we age, there's a good chance that eventually our home will no longer suit our lifestyle or our needs. Common reasons for relocating include simplifying …

By Lisa M. Petsche When older people are living alone, there may be concerns about their physical well-being, emotional well-being or both. Particularly in situations where they are having health …

By Lisa M. Petsche If you have a parent who lives alone, you may be concerned about his or her physical or emotional well being - or both. Especially if he or …

By Lisa M. Petsche Retirement homes are private pay, wellness-oriented settings that enable active seniors to maintain or improve their independence and overall health. They provide security, convenience, companionship and the opportunity …

By Lisa M. Petsche As people age, and especially if they have chronic health conditions, there's a good chance that at some point their home will no longer suit their …

By Lisa M. Petsche Retirement residences are private pay facilities intended to enable active seniors to maintain or improve their independence and overall health. However, they vary considerably in terms …

By Lisa M. Petsche The average age at admission of nursing home residents is 82 years. Two-thirds are admitted from a hospital or another facility, while the rest are admitted …

By Lisa M. Petsche There's a good chance that, sooner or later, your aging parent will require hospitalization for a medical crisis or surgical procedure, especially if he or she …

By Lisa M. Petsche The time has come. You've had to do the up until now unthinkable: place a relative on the waiting list for a long-term care facility (commonly …