I started working as a CNA in both senior and assisted living homes when I was 17. I thoroughly enjoyed my job and learned valuable lessons every day that I went to work. I've never held a job that was quite as rewarding or offered so many experiences that have played into the woman I am today. read more

There is a broad range of senior living options available today. It can be confusing to navigate all of the options and differentiate between the terminologies used if you're unfamiliar with senior care. The primary differences between these facilities lie in the level of care provided, both medically and in daily living activities. read more

Whether someone is officially diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or the person displays some problems with memory, judgment, and thinking, communication undoubtedly becomes harder. read more

Let's face the important truth: stuff is stressful. You have to find a place for the stuff. You have to organize the stuff. You have to dust or otherwise clean the stuff. And this may be the most important truth of all: much of this stuff may only be important to you. More so now than ever before, people are working to de-clutter their lives. read more

Many factors influence where seniors choose to live. If seniors are relatively healthy and working at their usual jobs surrounded by familiar colleagues (some of whom have become friends) until the specified retirement age (usually 65), the fact that they are now classified as seniors does not immediately make much of an impact on them. There are, however, things they will miss. read more