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Senior Transitions is dedicated to assisting seniors in finding communities that will meet their increasing needs as they age. From Independent Living to Continuing Care, we have access to some of the best residential communities across the country. Let us help you with the transition from your home into a senior community.

Be Prepared: Know the costs. Assisted living can be expensive. Be familiar with what each facility charges for the various levels of care, plus the individual charges for extra services beyond the monthly rate. Examine your finances. Monthly rates vary. Determine your affordable price range and shop accordingly. Will family members contribute and how much? Are other benefits (VA and Long-Term Health Care) available?

Learn about assisted living and senior living terminology. Find out what services are provided by the residences in your area. Keep in mind that residences can vary greatly. Shop around. Finding a new home takes time. Plan ahead to visit as many residences as you can. Know what services you need and what to shop for. Make an appointment to meet with staff.

Active Lifestyle doesn't have to end. Maintaining a healthy level of exercise and good diet shouldn't stop just because we age. Evaluation of the right senior living community needs to encompass the lifestyle of the future resident. Active seniors need access to a different variety of services than someone who requires skilled nursing or even seniors of a sedentary nature.

The Golden Years can truly be golden. Selecting the proper community for your individual needs makes all the difference in the world. Visit and revisit. Drop in for lunch. Once you've decided on your top choices, revisit each facility at least one more time and at different times during the day. Talk to staff, residents, other family members, and the local long-term care ombudsman. Gather as much information as you can to make the best choice.

Be Thoughtful: In most cases, adult children play a major role in helping a parent secure an assisted living home. Respect the interests, needs, and wishes of your loved one. Although many assisted living communities offer a lifestyle that preserves autonomy and dignity, moving from home to a new place can be a difficult transition. Work together to make plans and decisions. Don't exclude your parent from the process.

Here at Senior Transitions, our qualified and caring staff will help you make educated and well-planned choices for your future home. We know that those in transition need empathetic and thoughtful assistance while they make one of the most difficult choices of their lives. Working with seniors and their families, we can provide the solutions you need.

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