Housing

Finding Comfort, Safety, and Community

A caregiver and senior woman walk outside together, demonstrating the personal support you receive in assisted living vs. independent living
Caregivers & Families

Independent Living vs. Assisted Living: What’s the Difference?

March 30, 2026
Quick Summary: Deciding between independent living vs. assisted living comes down to the level of support your loved one needs.…
An older couple looks over floor plans together, imagining their future in a senior living community.
Housing

Top 10 Questions to Ask When Touring a Senior Living Community

August 25, 2025
Quick Summary: Touring a senior living community in person is one of the most important steps in finding the right…
An adult granddaughter and her senior grandmother discuss levels of living for senior care during a walk in the park.
Housing

Senior Living 101: Which Level of Living is Right for Me or My Loved One?

July 22, 2025
Quick Summary: Senior living options range from independent living to memory care and skilled nursing, and choosing the right fit…
A senior creating a priority list for senior care.
Housing

Top Priorities When Searching for Senior Care: Tips for Finding the Right Fit

April 23, 2025
Quick Summary: Finding the right senior care community starts with knowing what matters most. This post guides seniors and families…
An adult talking to their parent about memory care.
Housing

How to Talk to a Loved One About Memory Care: A Guide for Caregivers

April 10, 2025
Quick Summary: Starting a conversation about memory care is one of the hardest things a caregiver faces. This guide helps…
A caretaker and two older adults viewing a list of questions to ask when visiting a senior living community.
Housing

What to Ask When Visiting Senior Living Communities

August 8, 2024
Quick Summary: Touring a senior living community in person is a key step in finding the right fit, but it’s…
A senior considering aging in place vs senior living.
Housing

Aging in Place vs. Aging in Community

February 26, 2024
Quick Summary: Both aging in place and moving to a senior living community have real advantages and real trade-offs. This…
A group of senior men tending to a garden – one of the senior living amenities in their community.
Housing

Top Senior Living Amenities to Consider When Choosing a Retirement Community

October 10, 2023
Quick Summary: Today’s senior living communities offer far more than basic care—from wellness centers and dining options to outdoor spaces,…
A senior man is using his tablet to check his place on the senior living waitlist.
Housing

Senior Housing Waitlist: How They Work and Best Practices

August 11, 2023
Quick Summary: Senior housing waitlists are increasingly common, and wait times can stretch for years depending on community type, location,…
A care provider talking with a senior at a memory care facility.
Housing

What is a Memory Care Facility?

August 1, 2023
Quick Summary: Memory care facilities provide specialized, around-the-clock support for seniors with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and other forms of cognitive…
Two seniors sitting on a bench, celebrating their new, affordable accommodations.
Finances

How to Apply for Affordable Senior Housing

May 31, 2023
Quick Summary: Seniors on fixed incomes have several federal housing assistance options available to them. This post explains the three…
Small models of LIHTC income-restricted housing on a calculator.
Housing

What is LIHTC Senior Housing (and Do I Qualify)?

May 31, 2023
Quick Summary: The Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program helps lower-income seniors access affordable housing by incentivizing developers to build…