A comprehensive global analysis reveals that functional disability in older adults affects millions worldwide, with nearly half experiencing difficulties performing essential daily tasks. The ...

Expanded methodology provides comprehensive quality assessment for both post-acute rehabilitation and long-term care needs.

At an assisted living facility, you have your own apartment or home, but nursing staff and caregivers are readily available. “ Assisted living makes sense for someone who needs help with some ...

Activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) are tasks that independent adults can do on their own. ADLs include feeding, getting dressed, bathing, toileting, ...

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When older Americans contemplate retirement, and they consider whether to retire in another state, the regional costs of senior care might not cross their minds. Yet, more than 80% of Americans will ...