The LSS Senior Living Blog

We are dedicated to providing resources to help you and your family learn more about the best senior living options. Explore our recent blog posts to learn more about senior living options, how to navigate the decision-making process, and discover what sets LSS communities apart.

Senior mom with adult daughter by the Christmas tree for the holidays and presents and decorations in the background

Why a Move to Senior Living Can Make More Sense Before the Holidays

December 5, 2023

When the holidays roll around, it’s only natural to try and make everything as bright and cheerful as possible for…

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Santa Claus and elder woman playing piano

6 Ways to Make It Easier to Move to Senior Living During the Holidays

November 14, 2023

A move to senior living isn’t just about packing and unpacking. It is a whole new beginning that lets you…

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Senior couple on couch with tree in background during holiday stress

Senior Holiday Stress and How Senior Living Can Help Them Cope

November 7, 2023

Be of good cheer. Get in the holiday spirit. Celebrate! It all sounds great but, as the years go by,…

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Comparing the Cost of Home to Senior Living

Comparing the Cost of Home to Senior Living

October 17, 2023

Living at home vs. the cost of senior living: it’s a senior care debate that has many families scratching their…

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Tips for Funding Senior Living Expenses

Tips for Funding Senior Living Expenses

October 10, 2023

Coming up with a strategy for funding senior living expenses — in particular, long-term care — can feel overwhelming when…

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Understanding the Cost of Long-term care

Understanding the Cost of Long-Term Care

September 19, 2023

When someone you love needs long-term care, you want to do everything you can to make sure they receive exceptional…

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Insurance Options for Paying for Senior Living

Insurance Options for Paying for Senior Living

September 12, 2023

When considering what financial resources will be available to you for your future care needs, you might not have realized…

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VA Aid and Attendance Benefit

VA Aid and Attendance Benefit and How it Can Help Pay for Senior Living

August 22, 2023

At LSS Senior Living, we honor those who have served in the armed forces, and we want you to know…

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Funding Sources for Senior Care and Housing

Funding Sources for Senior Care and Housing

August 15, 2023

Senior care and housing may be more affordable than you think, and knowing your funding options can help you take…

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Comparing the Cost and Value of Assisted Living with Care at Home Couple reviewing costs

Comparing the Cost and Value of Assisted Living with Care at Home

July 11, 2023

Arrange for care at home or choose the supportive environment of assisted living: which is more costly, or more importantly,…

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What to Look for When Touring an Assisted Living Community Older man with caregiver

What to Look for When Touring an Assisted Living Community

July 5, 2023

Goldilocks had to sleep in several beds before she found the one that fit her. Choosing an assisted living community…

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Is assisted living right for you Older adult women hugging care taker

Is Assisted Living Right for You? Questions to Ask Yourself

June 13, 2023

One of the most common senior living questions asked is: how do you know when it’s time to make the…

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Elder woman reading how assisted living improves quality of life

How Assisted Living Improves Quality of Life

June 6, 2023

A sense of independence. Close relationships. Wellness. A safe and pleasant environment. Peace of mind. All of these could be…

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What can you expect in senior living

What Can You Expect in Assisted Living?

May 9, 2023

Many people aren’t sure what to expect in assisted living and are pleasantly surprised when they learn of all the…

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Assisted living defined

Assisted Living Defined

May 2, 2023

What is assisted living? Most likely it’s so much more than you imagined…freedom from everyday worries, new experiences to enjoy…

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Senior living safety

Safety and Security: The Peace of Mind Senior Living Communities Provide

April 28, 2023

Senior living safety is about more than accessible bathrooms or handrails in the hallways. It’s about taking away the worries…

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Aging with grace: How a strong social life protects health and wellness of seniors

Aging with Grace: How a Strong Social Life Protects Health and Wellness of Seniors

April 21, 2023

Everyone loves to have friends; they are good for the soul. And it turns out, being around good friends and…

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Paying for senior living

Money Matters: 5 Tips for Paying for a Move to a Senior Living Community 

April 14, 2023

When it comes to choosing senior living, there are so many more options today, whether it’s the size of the…

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Decorate your senior living apartment

Decorate Your Space: 5 Tips to Make a Senior Living Apartment Feel Like Home 

April 7, 2023

Home is where you feel comfortable, welcomed, and peaceful. It’s where you can sit back and relax and welcome friends…

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Senior living amenities comfort and convenience

Amenities Count: Comfort and Convenience in Today’s Senior Living Communities

March 28, 2023

When the subject turns to retirement, many people’s first thought is what type of senior living amenities will I be…

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How senior living residents spend their time

Sneak Peek: See How Senior Living Residents Spend Their Day

March 21, 2023

Just what do senior living residents do all day? It’s much more than playing bingo or sitting in a rocking…

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The Senior Living Search: Key Questions for Making an Informed Choice

The Senior Living Search: Key Questions for Making an Informed Choice

March 14, 2023
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Spot the Signs: Is It Time for a Loved One to Move to Senior Living?

March 7, 2023

Is it normal signs of aging, or is it time for senior living for your loved one? Here are a…

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