No two assisted living communities are alike. They might offer similar services or amenities, but their location, ambience, attention to detail, dining, staffing levels, and overall approach to healthy aging can vary widely. That’s why before touring assisted living communities in Beverly, Massachusetts, you should have in mind what you need to look for. At […]
Comparing the Cost of Assisted Living vs. Staying at Home
Once you realize that either you, or a loved one, could use an occasional helping hand with everyday activities, you have a choice to make: do you make arrangements for supportive care to be provided at home, or do you choose an assisted living setting? While at first glance the cost of home care might […]
A Look at the Care Options in Senior Living Communities
Say “senior living” and many people don’t really know what to picture. Or, even worse, they think of some antiquated image from a black and white movie they saw when they were a child (think Shirley Temple or even Charlie Chaplin). The truth is, today’s senior living options offer older adults a world of benefits […]
Dispelling the Most Common Fears Seniors Have About Assisted Living
When you’re not sure about something, your first reaction might be to just avoid it, or become wary. But doing so could deprive you of something wonderful. Take fears about assisted living, for example. The more you learn about how this exceptional lifestyle can enhance your life, the quicker your apprehension will fade. Common fears […]
Determining Your Needs and Wants in Assisted Living
You may not have a crystal ball, but you probably have a pretty good idea of what you’d like your lifestyle to look like for yourself or a loved one in an assisted living community. If not, we at The Herrick House suggest this simple exercise: take a look at the chart below and decide […]
