As people age, the question arises of whether they can live independently at home. Much research shows that it is best, both physically and mentally, for old people to continue to live in their own homes as much as possible, rather than moving into homes they are unfamiliar with in new areas with, where they don’t know anyone, and out of touch with their social network. But as they deteriorate physically, they may need some forms of assistance with some day-to-day activities, and this can be done with aides who can come in for brief periods to take care of things. and to check in on them.
But most health care insurance does not cover this and so families have to take care of it. But if they cannot find a way to personally do so, either because they are physically unable or working or do not live close by, that results in older people being forced to move into nursing homes or other assisted living facilities.
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