Senior Resources

Welcome to the Assisted Living Locators® Senior Resources, a library of educational senior planning resources for senior housing and care options.

Educational resources for senior housing and care options

We have articles, videos, and personal stories to help you learn about and start planning for the appropriate care for your loved one.

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ALL About Alzheimer's Livestream - Ep 1 - Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia - A Guide to Senior Care Options

To view this content, simply hit the play button above. Release Date: Wednesday, November 6, 2024 | ⏱️ 3:00 pm ET/12:00pm...

A financial advisor is seated with a senior couple in a bright room with a stunning mountain view. They are engaged in conversation about financial planning for long-term care, with documents laid out on the table.

Financial Planning for Long-term Care

Managing the financial aspects of long-term care for elderly loved ones can be a complex and challenging task for family caregivers....

A senior Caucasian male with white hair and a long white beard, a senior woman with a beautiful smile wearing a sweater, and one other person who you can just see their arms and hands are sitting at a kitchen table drinking coffee and playing a card game together.

Legal Considerations: The Importance of Living Wills and Power of Attorney

Life is unpredictable, and there may come a time when your elderly loved ones are unable to make important healthcare or...

Spread the Love: How Seniors Can Celebrate National Love People Day. A senior and her loved one form a heart with their hands, symbolising connection, joy, and the importance of sharing love across generations.

Spread the Love: How Seniors Can Celebrate National Love People Day

National Love People Day is a heartfelt occasion that reminds us of the fundamental importance of love and connection in our...

Assessing Home Hazards: How to Identify and Mitigate Common Household Fall Risks. An elderly man using a cane struggles to get up after a fall at home, highlighting the importance of creating a safe living environment. Assisted Living Locators offers tips to help families identify and reduce fall hazards in senior homes, ensuring greater safety and independence.

Assessing Home Hazards: How to Identify and Mitigate Common Household Fall Risks

Falls among seniors are a critical concern, as they are the leading cause of injury-related hospitalizations in older adults. These incidents...

Balance-enhancing Exercises: Simple Exercises to Improve Strength and Balance. A senior man works with a trainer, performing strength exercises with light dumbbells to boost stability and muscle tone. Assisted Living Locators provides seniors with tips for easy, effective exercises to maintain balance and prevent falls.

Balance-enhancing Exercises: Simple Exercises to Improve Strength and Balance

Ensuring the well-being of seniors involves a strong focus on maintaining their physical health, particularly balance and strength. These aspects are...

Proper Footwear for Safety: Choosing the Right Shoes to Prevent Falls. A caregiver assists an elderly person with selecting supportive, non-slip shoes, emphasising the importance of proper footwear for fall prevention. Assisted Living Locators offers guidance on choosing the best shoes to enhance stability and reduce risks for seniors.

Proper Footwear for Safety: Choosing the Right Shoes to Prevent Falls

Ensuring the safety of seniors is paramount, especially in preventing falls, which are a leading cause of injury among older adults....

Hygiene Practices to Prevent Illness: Effective Handwashing and Sanitation Tips. Unrecognizable mature woman washing hands with soap thoroughly while standing by sink in modern bathroom.

Hygiene Practices to Prevent Illness: Effective Handwashing and Sanitation Tips

Maintaining proper hygiene is crucial for the health and safety of seniors, and caregivers play a pivotal role in ensuring this...

Celebrating Grandparents: Activities for National Grandparents Day. Happy big family celebrating Thanksgiving day outdoor.

Celebrating Grandparents: Activities for National Grandparents Day

National Grandparents Day is a special occasion to honor the significant role that senior loved ones play in our families. This...