The Maze of Options

There are an overwhelming number of choices when it comes to retirement communities, especially if you live in a metropolitan area.

Understanding the differences is essential in helping an older loved one make the best decision that will meet their needs and goals, while providing you peace of mind.

In this course,

we provide a comprehensive overview of the six most common options:

Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing/Rehab, Continuing Care Retirement Communities, and Adult Family Homes.

In this course, you will:

  • 1) Understand how each option differs from the other,

  • 2) Know how to better discern which option is best for your older loved one now

  • 3) be better prepared as you research and explore senior housing and long-term care choices.

Enroll Today!

We can help you navigate through the maze, ensuring you are heading down the right path, saving you time and money and building your confidence in learning the best next steps.

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Course curriculum

  • 1

    Lessons

    • Welcome! We're glad You're Here!

    • Resource: Continuum of Options

    • Independent Living

    • Assisted Living

    • Memory Care

    • Skilled Nursing/Rehab

    • Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs)

    • Adult Family Homes

    • Who Can Help?
  • 2

    Resources:

    • Resources for Families

Instructor

Principal, Aging Wisdom

Lisa Mayfield

Lisa Mayfield founded Aging Wisdom® in 2003. She is trained and licensed as a mental health counselor, geriatric mental health specialist, and is a certified Aging Life Care Professional. Lisa brings over two decades of experience supporting and finding hope for individuals and families impacted by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. She is a trained mediator and helps families find common ground when they might not agree on the best approach to supporting their aging parents. Lisa has a passion for helping baby boomers navigate unexpected health changes and proactively plan for their future.