| Questions about senior care or assisted living? Our courteous & qualified senior care advisors can help: Call: (866) 333-6550 Video Produced by Assisted Living Directory This is one of our most popular videos - a facility owner who discusses her dreams of opening an assisted living home! This video shows that there are passionate and dedicated people in the assisted living industry - people that we seek out to be a part of Assisted Living Directory! |
We are in an exciting and important time for assisted living! Millions of baby-boomers are getting ready to retire (if they haven't already), and although many of these people are healthy and in great shape, there are thousands in each state who have health issues that make them require assistance in one form or another. This assistance may be simply needing help with day to day tasks such as personal hygiene, or paying bills. Maybe getting around town isn't as easy as it used to be, or help is needed with shopping for groceries.
On the more serious end, there are millions of people that have debilitating diseases such as Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia. These people need around-the-clock supervision, medication management, and help with just about every daily activity.
This is where an assisted living facility can help.
Assisted Living comes in many forms and settings, with widely varying degrees of services, amenities and cost, depending on the facility. An assisted living facility may be in a more rural or country setting that is very home-like. On the other hand, an assisted living facility may look more like an apartment complex, or even a hospital. Definitions can also vary as to what assisted living actually is, and there are different requirements for licensure and different laws governing assisted living facilities from state to state. 
Assisted-Living-Directory.com lists numerous facilities and, at times, other senior care options, organized by state, and then by city. We recommend that if you are looking into assisted living for yourself, or a friend or loved one, that you take ample time to research each facility thoroughly. Visiting the facility you might be interested in is also of utmost importance, as well as checking health and safety records and possible violations that have occurred with the facility.
Assisted Living Directory does not endorse any particular facility on the site. Although we deem all of the information on this site as reliable, it is in no way guaranteed. Facilities are updated or change frequently. Some facilities may also go out of business. If you find any informational errors on our site, please let us know! Our site is intended to be a starting point for your research.
Assisted Living Directory strives to make quality online advertising for assisted living accessible for assisted living facilities of any size.
We wish everyone the best in health and happiness.
Contributors, Experts, and Voices of Assisted Living Directory
| Some of the many industry experts who contribute regularly to Assisted Living Directory, and those who have shared their expertise with us via articles, interviews and videos. | |||
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Trish Hughes-Kreis is a freelance writer who advocates on behalf of her disabled youngest brother, Robert, in order to keep him as healthy and happy as possible. Trish has authored her first caregiving book, Forever a Caregiver. Trish contributes regularly to Assisted Living Directory. |
David Besnette is the founder, owner and editor for Assisted Living Directory. David has taken his love for producing videos and writing, and researching to seek out experts in the senior care industry, so they may share their expertise about assisted living and long-term care. Many of his interviews and videos can be seen below, and throughout the site. |
Rev. Maria Dancing Heart Hoaglund has authored numerous books about death, dying, and grief. She has served as a bereavement coordinator for a hospice program as well. Maria has contributed her thoughts, wisdom, energy and experience to Assisted Living Directory in many ways. You can view her work, and more about Maria on her Creating Courage Around Death & Dying information page, and our book review The Most Important Day of Your Life: Are You Ready?
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Destiny Arrington owns an assisted living home in Detroit. Destiny knew that she wanted to own a Group Home from a very young age. Destiny has offered her expertise and experience for us on a number of topics, including staffing, challenges, obstacles and rewards with owning and operating a senior care home. Read Destiny's insights into these questions and more! |
Harriet Hodgson, BS, MA is the author of 31 books, including Smart Aging: Taking Charge of Your Physical and Emotional Health, Alzheimer’s, Finding the Words: A Communication Guide for Those Who Care, The Alzheimer’s Caregiver: Dealing with the Realities of Dementia, and Help! I’m Raising My Grandkids: Grandparents Adapting to Life’s Surprises. Please visit Harriet's Author Page for more information about this busy author and grandmother. | |||
Our Newest Contributor!Our Interviews With Assisted Living Facility Owners & Administrators
Interview - Debra Treadaway, Administrator for Provicence Place Assisted Living:
Our most recent interview in our "5 Questions" series was with Debra Treadaway, Administrator for Providence Place located in Woodward, Oklahoma. We asked Debra the following questions:
Q: Please tell us about Providence Place assisted living, where your business is located, and how long you have been in the senior care industry (perhaps in terms of the “History” of Providence Place.)
Q: Providence Place is located in Woodward, which is a relatively small town. Have you found that there are challenges with operating in a smaller town (i.e. filling beds, marketing, or access to activities or things to do for your residents), as opposed to operating in a bigger city?
Q: Providence place is non-profit. What, in your opinion, are some of the benefits, or advantages of operating a non-profit facility, and perhaps challenges, if any – as opposed to a facility that is for-profit?
Q: Your facility is smoke and pet-free. Some facilities pride themselves on allowing pets, and even go as far as promoting 'pet therapy.' On the other hand, I am sure that many people would appreciate having a 100% smoke and pet-free option for senior care. Do you feel that being smoke and pet-free has been beneficial and well received with your residents?
Q: I noticed that you promote 'Personalized individual care as residents' needs change.' Does this mean the same thing as 'aging in place?'
Q: Debra, what is one of the most significant or important things that you have learned about operating an assisted living facility in your time being an administrator of Providence Place?
See The Full Interview & Debra's Answers
Thank you to Debra Treadaway of Providence Place for sharing your expertise and insight with Assisted Living Directory, which is extremely valuable to those families considering assisted living, as well as anyone interested in starting their own assisted living home or senior care facility!
Original Videos by Assisted Living Directory
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Assisted Living Original Articles, Videos & Senior News
Newest Articles: May 2012:Assisted Living Success Stories & Inspiration: » An Assisted Living Success Story - A personal story of my Aunt who found happiness in an assisted living facility.
Choosing & Researching A Facility: » Facility Size - A discussion about the differences between large and small facilities. » Assisted Living is Confusing - Why this industry often times leaves people confused. » Beyond The Brochure - Researching a facility doesn't stop with the brochure.. » Involuntary Discharge - From both the facility and family point of view, how to prepare for and avoid an involuntary discharge from an assisted living facility » Referral Sites - Are they a good thing? » The Deposit - Is it refundable? » The Small Stuff - Paying attention to the details gives a glimpse into the bigger picture at a facility
Conditions:» Alzheimer's Disease - Symptoms and educational videos. » Dementia - Learn about the different types of dementia. It isn't always "Alzheimer's." We discuss Lewy Body Dementia, Vascular Dementia and Frontotemporal Dementia. » Parkinson's Disease and Assisted Living - Assisted Living can offer an important and viable living & housing alternative for individuals affected by Parkinson's Disease. » Stroke and Assisted Living - Assisted Livingis a viable option for many families who are dealing with Stroke Issues.
Equipment & Facility Supplies:» Walk-In Bathtubs - Can make any bathroom safer, especially in an assisted living environment.
Health & Happiness:» Avoiding Assisted Living - Things you can do to remain independent as long as possible. » Communicating With Mom and Dad - More than just a simple "hello' - communicating with mom and dad, especially if they live in an assisted living facility can provide important insights into their health and well-being. » Checking In on Mom and Dad - The holidays offer a unique opportunity to check in on mom and dad in person. This can help you to assess how they are doing, and whether extra help, or an alternative living arrangement - such as assisted living - should be considered. » Smoking Regulations In Assisted Living Facilities - A heated and confusing debate |  | Marketing:» Marketing your facility - In this competitive industry, how can you best get the word out about yours? Various strategies are discussed here.
Paying For Assisted Living:» Costs, Expenses and Paying for Assisted LivingRecommended Reading:» The Most Important Day of Your Life: Are You Ready?» Florida Assisted Living Waiver - A program to help cover the cost of care Regulations & Oversight:» Pennsylvania Regulations - are they just 'window dressing?'» Sanitation and Food Safety In Assisted Living Facilities - Who regulates the industry?
Safety & Security Issues:» Identifying Elder Abuse - The signs may not always be obvious.» Locks and Peepholes - Very important items if you live in an assisted living facility, but do they work, and can you reach them? » Wandering - A big security issue in many facilities
Senior Issues:» Being An Assertive Senior - Get your tough questions answered, and get a second opinion!» Stubborn Senior - Unfair To Family Caregivers? - Not asking for help, or not accepting help that is available can be unfair to those caring for you. » Managing and Minimizing Grief and Loneliness - We recently visited an assisted living/memory care facility and witnessed some of the strategies used by the facility to manage loneliness and grief.
State And Federal Services & Support:» The Important Role Of A Long-Term Care OmbudsmanSupport For Families And Caregivers:» Area Agencies on Aging - What they are, and how they can help families, seniors, and caregivers
Tips, Tools & "How To"» Facility Questionnaire - A printable (.pdf) list of important questions to ask facilities.» How To Open An Assisted Living Facility - Hopefully this page will be a good nudge in the right direction! » Memory Boxes - Help confused or disoriented residents with this simple tool.
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