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.

Aging Well in Senior Living

July 16, 2024

How senior living surrounds you or your loved one with all the elements for aging well. It could be your passport to longevity!

There’s a lot of great information out there about how to live a longer, happier life. In fact, sometimes it can feel overwhelming, especially when you or your loved one do not have the right resources immediately available.

In senior living, the components of healthy aging are right at your fingertips—companionship, physical activity, lifelong learning, good nutrition, and having a purpose. The ingredients for a higher quality of life.

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What Care Is Provided in Senior Living Communities?

July 9, 2024

When considering care levels provided in senior living, make the right choice for you or your loved one today, as well as for future needs.

Independent living, assisted living, memory care, respite care and skilled nursing: visiting senior living communities is an excellent way to get a firsthand look at the care provided in senior living. You also can talk to others who have been through the search process, as well as your physician and experts in senior living.

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Know Before You Go: Questions to Ask When You Tour a Senior Living Community

June 11, 2024

When you set out to tour a senior living community, you might think the best strategy is to just see how it “hits” you—you’ll either love it immediately or you won’t. But it’s impossible to make a sound decision about what could be a big part of your future without knowing all the details.

Give yourself ample time prior to your visit to come up with questions about topics that matter most to you. Think about how you like to spend your time. What you would like in a residence. Whether or not the location is a big factor. Also try imagining what you would like a typical day in a new maintenance-free lifestyle to look like.

Ask the right questions as you tour a senior living community to gain essential facts and to give yourself the freedom to just experience it as well.

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Finding a Sense of Safety and Security in Senior Living

June 4, 2024

It’s been said that home is not a place, it’s a feeling. But for many older adults, the familiar feelings of security and comfort can slip away over the years as needs change. That is why so many opt for a lifestyle that offers them what they are looking for: senior living safety, satisfaction and fulfillment.

Senior living safety offers your family precious peace of mind that you have chosen the best living environment for yourself or for a loved one.

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What’s Included in the Cost of Senior Living

May 14, 2024

The cost of senior living: just what are you getting? Quite a lot, from important services, amenities and experiences to intangible delights. Learn more.

You’ve chosen a lifestyle filled with companionship, stimulation and wellness. You’ll be surrounded by interesting people eager to share experiences. A cheerful and experienced staff will be on hand to assist when needed, 24 hours a day. You have a sound plan in place, offering both you and your family peace of mind both now and in the future. Priceless!

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What’s Important for You in a Senior Living Community?

May 7, 2024

Choosing a senior living community requires careful consideration. Prioritizing wants and needs will give you more confidence when making a decision.

After all, this is where you want to feel completely at home, relaxed, safe, and cared for by people you trust. And of course, you will want to keep in mind how you want to feel in your new home.

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Ashland Parks — Opportunities for Seniors to Connect with Nature

April 9, 2024

Author Laura Ingalls Wilder once said, “Some old-fashioned things like fresh air and sunshine are hard to beat.” She was…

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Ashland’s Arts and Learning Opportunities for Seniors

April 2, 2024

A love of the arts and the ability to learn are two things that do not fade with age. In…

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Ashland’s Annual Festivals That Seniors Won’t Want to Miss

March 12, 2024

Having fun with people you enjoy isn’t just a great way to spend an afternoon. It’s actually good for you…

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Ashland: The Ohio Town That’s Great for Seniors

March 5, 2024

It’s a perfect combination: an easygoing, relaxed country ambiance with friendly neighbors, beautiful scenery and a great location, together with…

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Two elder women clinking coffee mugs finding connection and purpose during retirement in Ashland.

Finding Connection and Purpose During Retirement in Ashland

February 13, 2024

There’s a saying that “A good friend is a connection to life.” That’s especially true for older adults in assisted…

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Staying Fit During Retirement in Ashland

February 6, 2024

Physical activity and fresh air are key ingredients for longevity, whether it’s an invigorating cardio workout or a fun game…

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Health Services in Ashland — Great Options for Retirees

January 9, 2024

Knowing your loved one is benefiting from quality care and enjoying a comfortable lifestyle is important; so is trusting that…

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Live Well During Retirement in Ashland

January 2, 2024

Ashland, Ohio makes it easy to enjoy life. Not only can your older loved one benefit from exceptional assisted living…

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When a Holiday Visit Reveals Your Aging Parent Is Struggling at Home

December 12, 2023

As you plan a holiday visit to see your aging parent or parents, you might want to be on the…

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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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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 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

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

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? 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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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

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 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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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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