start right, stay right blog
for professionals Starting or Managing Small assisted living communities
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How Do Seniors Stay in Touch With Friends and Family When Living in a Care Home?
Staying in touch with friends and family is easier than ever with all of the online tools we have. And being in a care home doesn’t limit you.
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My Dad is Shy – Is a Residential Care Home a Good Choice?
Even if your dad — or mom — is shy, a residential care home can be a big choice — especially if it’s on the smaller side.
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How Do I Talk to My Mother About Moving To a Care Home?
First, you talk to your mom about taking away her car, then all of a sudden her health declines to the point where you’re faced with another difficult conversation. Is it time to move to a care home? And is that the same as a nursing home? You’re filled with so many questions. Can’t She […]
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How Do I Choose the Right Care Home for My Parents?
Choosing the right care home for your parents is easier said than done. The most difficult part is having the conversation – sooner rather than later. Being open about long-term needs and purchasing long-term insurance is a great way to keep assisted living in the conversation. To be frank, you may not be the person […]
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Can a Reverse Mortgage Help Me Pay for Residential Care Home Costs?
Perhaps you’re at the point in your life when you or your spouse decides to move into a care home. But you don’t want to sell your house. This could be because your spouse or child lives there or you have renters. When looking for ways to pay for the cost of moving into a […]
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What Activities Are Important to a Senior’s Quality of Life?
Routine in everyday life gives us a sense of security. For the elderly, retired, and perhaps on their own, the same old routine can quickly turn into boredom. Fortunately, there are many ways to beat this problem. Numerous activities, like brain jogging, social visits, mini-jobs, and everyday exercises and training for the body allow older […]
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Will Medicare Pay for My Care at a Residential Facility?
We often presume that Medicare pays for everything. Sadly, it’s not that simple. And there’s a lot more to Medicare than it would seem.
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Is it Okay for Mom to Exercise Every Day Now That She Lives in a Care Home?
We often get questions from concerned adult children about exercise. And yes, it’s okay for your mom to exercise every day now that she’s living in a residential care home. In fact, she or your dad should exercise. See, most people think that a care home is a nursing home. It’s not. But even in […]
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What Are the Benefits of Residential Care Facilities?
There are many benefits of moving to a residential care facility — even though no one likes moving.
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Starting Right and Staying Right Saves You Time And Money in Assisted Living
Starting an assisted living business is a great business as long as you start right and stay right. So what do you need to know?
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What Do I Need to Know to Start a Personal Care Home in Texas?
At Care Home Consulting, we are often asked about starting a personal care home in Texas. There is a lot to know, but that’s why you have us!
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Who Is a Good Fit for Residential Care Homes?
A residential care home is ideal for those requiring a lower level of need/physical dependency as opposed to those living in a nursing home.