By: Kecia Lilly One of the main reasons elders move into senior housing communities is for “community.” Socializing among peers wards off feelings of isolation and depression. In addition, it engages a part of the brain that isn’t used in solitude and therefore promotes healthy brain activity. As if that were not enough, studies continue to […]
What Do Assisted Living Facilities Offer?
By: Heather Souve Don’t let the name fool you. Although Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs) are often perceived as institutions, this is primarily due to the word “facilities.” These are anything but hospital-like environments. ALFs are usually comprised of apartment-styled houses or group homes in one complex. Seniors have their own private rooms, but also have […]
