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Senior living lingo can be confusing, and if you’re considering it to give your loved one more daily support, you likely come across the term assisted living. But what is assisted living? How can it help? Find out here.

Falling is one of the top safety risks for seniors. But exercise can help prevent falls. Check out our recommendations to help improve strength and balance in seniors.

When it comes to staying healthy during retirement, most advice revolves around what to eat and how to stay physically active. What many don’t realize though is that having connection with others and purpose during this time of your life is just as important to your health and happiness!

If there’s an area that has it all when it comes to retirement, the Roanoke – Salem Region is it!

Most seniors know that eating right, staying active, getting enough sleep, and maintaining social connections are good for your well-being. But there’s another component that plays a part in your well-being that may surprise you.

There are so many reasons to retire in Roanoke, VA, not the least of which is the dining in the Roanoke – Salem Region. Check out all the options here.

Many are surprised that there are both for-profit and not-for-profit senior living communities. Check out the additional benefits that not-for-profit senior living provides.

The downside of some CCRC communities is the large buy-in, but there is a way to benefit from a senior living continuum of care with that fee. Here’s how.

To make the most of your visits when touring senior living and help you compare communities, learn what to look for and what to ask.

Identifying and explaining the different levels of care: IL, AL, MC, SNF.

Misperceptions about senior living keep many from experiencing all its benefits. Here we’ll identify common fears about senior living and show how today’s communities dispel them.

Deciding to move is a huge first step, but there’s much more to consider. To help make it easier, determine your senior living needs and wants before researching communities. Here’s how.

With all the options available, many people get overwhelmed when making the senior living decision. These questions can help make it easier to find the right community for you or your loved one.

The senior living lifestyle is designed to offer benefits that not only help you make the most of life, but are also hard to achieve at home. Here’s how you can decide if those benefits are right for you.

Before automatically choosing to stay at home, consider all the facts like these numerous benefits of downsizing to senior living.

To determine if the cost of independent living is worth its value, learn about average pricing, specific benefits, and how they compare to home here.

Before assuming the cost of assisted living will be more expensive than care at home, learn how to truly compare the two and the extra value of life in a community.

Online scams targeting seniors are all too common, but you can help protect yourself. Here's how, along with some of the most common online scams to look out for.

Families often assume the cost of senior living will be more than staying home. But that's not always the case. See how to compare the true costs.

Families often assume the costs of senior living will be too much versus staying at home. But that’s not necessarily the case when comparing the true costs of both. See how here.

Don’t discount the idea of senior living because of the price tag. There are more ways to help fund senior living expenses than you may think. Check them out here.

Helpful tips that can help you have an easier and successful move to senior living.

Moving is a big adjustment, but these decorating tips for senior living can help your new space feel like home sooner than you think!

Caregiving is a rewarding yet demanding role, and sometimes you need a break. Respite care offers a solution. Learn more here.

If your loved one lives alone at home, you may wonder how safe they are. These signs can help you identify whether they need additional support at home or in senior living.

How can you help your loved one to age in place for longer while staying connected and keeping them safe? Here’s how technology can help with personal safety for seniors at home.

For older adults, getting a good night's sleep is necessary as it impacts your health more than you may realize. Here's why it's so important and how to ensure you sleep enough.

Fitness is just as important in the summer, but the heat creates a challenge. Here are our favorite pool exercises for seniors to make it safer to maintain your goals.

The freedom you gain during retirement means more time to relax and reconnect with your favorite hobbies while at the same time discovering new passions and immersing yourself in new experiences. The Roanoke - Salem Region is an ideal place to do so.