What is assisted living?

Assisted living facilities provide housing, meals, personal care assistance, and social activities in a community setting. The decision to move a parent to assisted living is one of the hardest in caregiving — most seniors prefer to remain in their own homes. The average cost of $4,500/month ($54,000/year) is a significant financial burden for most families, and it is largely not covered by Medicare. Many families use assisted living as a last resort when they can no longer ensure their parent's safety at home. Daily check-in calls and remote monitoring technologies can extend the period a senior can safely age in place — potentially delaying or avoiding the need for assisted living.