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Where Would You Go if You Couldn't Pay Your Rent?

Your generosity helps children and their families have a place to call homeYour gift gives a neighbor like Sarah a helping hand while she becomes self-sufficient and cares for her family.All of us deserve a chance for a new beginning.For Sarah, the hardest thing was continuing with her studies to become a Medical Assistant, so she could afford rent. She was enduring sleepless nights working as a security guard, borrowing money for school, studying while exhausted and still making sure…

Yes, Adolf Hitler Really Said He Would 'Make Germany Great Again'

Neo-Nazis around the world have made it clear that they’re optimistic about what a Trump presidency will do for their cause. And while countless people have already pointed out just how dangerous Donald Trump’s rise to power has been, the historical parallels to other authoritarian regimes is still shocking. Take, for instance, this article from 1934. The author explains that Hitler was promising to make Germany “great” again.

Check Your Privilege: Social Consciousness or Virtue Signal?

Privilege is real, and we should all strive to recognize the role it plays in our lives. But silencing speech and demonizing others in the name of "checking privilege" fails to foster meaningful change.

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How Police Are Watching You on Social Media

How does law enforcement use Twitter, Facebook, and other forms of social media to keep tabs on people? Documents from Chicago's Cook County Sheriff’s Office reveal a few of their surveillance techniques.

The Quest for Transgender Equality

Being transgender today is still unreasonably hard, but it is far from hopeless. This is the first in a series looking at the challenges ahead.

Why Seniors Want Home Care

According to a recent study, 87% of seniors would prefer to age in place by remaining at home. But, why are the number of seniors in nursing homes and hospitals on the rise? Here are three reasons why seniors today want home care and aren’t always getting what they want.

Affordable Assisted Living: 5 Insider Secrets

Learn from these 5 insider secrets to help you find an affordable assisted living home that offers high quality care.

Aging Parent? An Insider’s Guide to Assisted Living

I’ve been off the grid for 6 months as I served as Executive Director (ED)/Administrator for a brand new Memory Care Assisted Living facility in Indiana. We opened on Feb 8th and 4 weeks later, I found myself back in

Preparing for a New Life at an Assisted Living Community

When you or a loved one decides it’s time to move into an assisted living community, there are many factors you may have to consider.

BURNIE BONNELL: Assisted living may be right for you

What to say when assisted living is best

This heart-to-heart is important; learn tips for discussing the options with your senior

How to Find the Right Assisted Living Facility

“Lack of oversight and caregiving shortfalls could put residents at risk. Here's how to avoid problems.”

Does insurance cover assisted living? Here's what experts say

Planning for potential future care for yourself or an aging loved one can be overwhelming. One of the reasons why: the financial uncertainty and confusion around medical policies. If living alone or at home is no longer an option, will insurance cover an assisted living facility? Assisted living is right for older adults who are Read more...

4 Expert Tips for Seniors Moving to Assisted Living

Moving to assisted living can be overwhelming for both you and your senior. To answer your top 4 questions, a senior living expert shares his insider tips.

The Day I Moved Mom into Assisted Living

I knew she didn’t mean what she was saying and I didn’t resent her for saying them. I couldn't blame her for not wanting to move. Who would when they didn't have a choice? It was her condition, not her--but hearing it still stung.

10 Things You Need to Consider When Touring an Assisted Living Center

The right assisted living community can change your life by nurturing new relationships, removing the challenges of home maintenance, and helping you remain as independent as possible for as long as possible. The life you deserve may begin with a tour.