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Renting vs. Buying in Senior Living

Illustration of a senior couple standing outside of their house.

It often depends on health, finances, and future care needs Fact checked by Ros Lederman Don’t wait for a crisis to decide where you or a loved one will spend the later years. One of the most important choices individuals and families face is whether to rent or buy into a senior living community. The […]

Residents’ Rights

Illustration of a group of seniors outside of a senior living community. Resident's rights are explored.

No matter the type of facility, residents have rights. Know them before signing a lease or contract Fact checked by Jim Lacy You’re about to sign a lease at a retirement community or a contract for your dad’s assisted living facility. You’ve asked about landscaping, utilities, and laundry. But have you asked about residents’ rights? […]

Community Health

4 essentials to know about healthcare in senior living communities When people consider a move into a senior living community, their health needs often rank as their biggest concern. Nadia Geigler, chief executive officer at The Admiral on the Lake — a nonprofit, life plan community in Chicago — compares the process of navigating the overall […]