If you hear the words “senior living” and imagine a nursing home, you’re not alone. Senior Living Expert Lori Williams hears this from clients all the time! While it’s common for people to picture the sterile, dreary nursing homes of the 1970s, senior living has thankfully come a long way. There are many options, even upscale senior apartments with activities like resorts. This is just one of the misconceptions you’ll learn about when it comes to senior living. You’ll learn other misconceptions that also answer common questions, like: · What a nursing home actually is (and isn’t) · The types of senior living options available · If your pets can come with you to senior living · Whether Medicare pays for senior living And more. Takeaways from this episode: · There’s a wide variety of senior living available with different price ranges, sizes and levels of assistance required. · Do your due diligence. Don’t just visit one facility - know your options and be sure to research what type of housing is best for your specific needs. · Do what you need to do to thrive. Don’t let preconceived notions about senior living or concerns about pets keep you from living your best life. · It’s common for your loved ones to say senior living is “only for old people” or they’re “not moving there.” However, the benefits are worthwhile! Topics discussed: · Senior living options · Nursing homes · Assisted living · Medicare · Pets and senior living · Senior living research To suggest a topic, be a guest or to support the podcast please email Lori@Loriwilliams-seniorservices.com  For more senior resources and to sign up to the newsletter please visit: https://www.facebook.com/LoriWilliamsSeniorServices/ https://www.instagram.com/theloriwilliams/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/theloriwilliams/ https://loriwilliams-seniorservices.com/aging-in-style-podcast/