Home Care Not Always the Best Care
One of the hardest conversations a child can have with a parent will involve a decision to move to a senior community. Almost every older person overestimates their abilities and underestimates their risk of serious accident or harm when living in a house without supervision. A recent survey showed that the overwhelming majority of seniors over 80 preferred to live in their own homes. Even though this may be a strong preference for your parents, it is seldom the best choice.
