Although 98% of seniors 65 and over have health insurance, close to four million have unpaid medical bills, according to 2023 data from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. That's because most ...

The Caring.com analysis identifies Mississippi as the most affordable state overall for senior care, followed by Texas and Arkansas. The least affordable states: Hawaii, followed by Connecticut and ...

Choosing care isn’t an easy decision. While assisted living can offer a variety of care services for seniors with different needs, it isn’t necessarily every senior’s first choice. When considering ...

Nearly 8 out of 10 older adults would rather stay in their own home than move, according to a 2022 AARP survey. But that’s not always possible. Depending on your loved one’s needs, your family member ...

The time may come when your elderly mother, father or other loved one cannot fully care for himself or herself. These scenarios are common: Overall, 70% of people currently age 65 or older will need ...

Many older adults find that some daily activities become harder to manage as the years go by. When extra help is needed, there are several types of senior living communities to consider. Assisted ...

We may earn a commission if you make a purchase through one of our links. McClatchy newsrooms were not involved in the creation of this content. If you’re a veteran looking for an assisted living ...

Medicare doesn't cover the cost for you to stay in an assisted living facility, but Medicaid usually pays some of the cost. That's because Medicare doesn't consider help with everyday tasks, like ...

Jennifer Lagemann is a former family caregiver, as well as a professional caregiver and administrator at home care agencies. She works as a writer and researcher, helping care providers create patient ...