Author Archive: Jeff Anderson
Jeff attended the University of Alaska Fairbanks on an academic scholarship, and also studied creative writing at University of Hull (UK). He found his calling in 2009 when he began working with seniors and their families at A Place for Mom, and has immersed himself in writing and research about issues affecting older adults. He also enjoys literature, spending time with his daughter and recording music
Should You Trust Your Gut When Choosing a Senior Care Provider?
August 04, 2016
An article in Illinois recently made the news by discussing the process of searching for assisted living. It recommended that families trust their guts when choosing a senior care provider for a loved one. Although you could apply that advice to just about any decision, it’s one...
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What to Do When Your Parent’s Assisted Living Closes
June 09, 2016
When seniors move to an assisted living community, they are often looking for a home where they can age in place safely and stably. When an assisted living community shuts down,however, it can cause significant hardship for residents and their family members. Fortunately, this doesn&...
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7 Tips for Moving Your Elderly Parents
September 24, 2015
It is hard enough to find the right assisted living community for your parent, but the actual act of moving is a big undertaking in its own right. You not only have to worry about the logistics of the move but you also need to try to make the process stress-free for your parent. Learn...
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National Assisted Living Week 2015
September 10, 2015
September 13-19 is National Assisted Living Week 2015, which focuses on the many ways assisted living caregivers nurture residents and make them feel at home. Learn more about taking the opportunity to show senior loved ones in assisted living how much you care this week. Feeling at H...
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15 Weird and Wonderful Movies Set at Senior Communities
July 22, 2014
Assisted living facilities, retirement communities and nursing homes have served as the backdrop for a wide range of movies in practically every genre. We compiled a list of 15 such films. There are heart-warming dramas, suspense-filled thrillers, gross-out comedies, and even a sci-fi...
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All About Older Drivers: Safety Tips and Guidelines
June 29, 2014
Over the past few years, news outlets have brought to national attention a spate of alarming stories about tragic traffic accidents caused by elderly drivers. Indeed, as America ages, the safety of its older drivers is being increasingly scrutinized. Many states have passed laws aimed...
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10 States with the Most Affordable Assisted Living Costs
June 12, 2014
When I worked as an Senior Resource Coordinator for A Place for Mom, I had countless conversations with families and seniors who were in the process of searching for care. I remember one elderly woman in particular, we’ll call her Janet, who asked me, “What state has the c...
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25 Senior Living & Caregiving Twitter Feeds You Should Follow
March 03, 2014
Families who are researching senior care can benefit from the support and information provided online. Although one might not naturally think of Twitter as a resource for this kind of support, it can actually be a great source of info and support for families dealing with caring for a...
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Senior Living Q&A: Coed Roommates at a Care Home?
November 12, 2013
Can Senior Communities Have Men and Women Room Together? Q: My sister is 15 years older than me and lives in a small residential care home. They now have her rooming with a male. It is a seven bed facility and the administrator moved them together to make room for a sixth person tha...
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Senior Living Q&A: Cause of Sudden Gambling Compulsion in Elder?
November 06, 2013
Q: My aunt, has within the last 6 years become addicted to scratch off tickets at any local gas station. I worry about her safety. She lives alone (insists on it) and comes and goes as she pleases. She states that this gambling is her social life. She knows all the other gamblers that...
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