Home is where the heart is

Deciding where a loved one should live as they age is one of the toughest decisions caregivers often struggle with. From cost to practicality to emotional factors, there's often no clear answer to what's best. 

Perhaps the hardest part: No one can see the future. Whether physical or mental conditions are the primary concern, you can't predict with certainty how your loved one's disease course will progress.

If you knew you only had a year left with your mom, bringing her to live with you might be a no-brainer. On the flip side, knowing your dad had an Alzheimer's diagnosis in his immediate future might make you think twice about adding a wheelchair ramp to his house so he could keep living independently.

But you don't know. And so you are forced to do the best you can with the information you have.

If you're thinking about optimizing your loved one's current living situation, or making a change in the future, this section is packed with helpful info.

Tips for aging in place, from experts you can consult to tech that can help

Where to start with home modifications to make your home or theirs safer

Advice for researching assisted living, and where to start

An overview senior housing options, along with the pros and cons

If you haven't checked it out already, our Service and Resource locator is a great place to search for a senior housing advisor or help with making home modifications.