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10 Reasons To Avoid Living in a Senior Home

ByDawn Papandrea

Moving into a senior living residence (or helping your aging parents do so) can be a lifeline for many families. They can provide access to on-site care, a new social circle, assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), and more. (Read about the advantages here.) However, if you’re considering this move right now, it’s important to also weigh the potential drawbacks.

Shown here are some of the reasons why living in a senior home might not be for everyone.

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Dawn Papandrea is a freelance writer specializing in personal finance, consumer, and family issues. She has written for leading financial publications and organizations, including US News & World Report, Investopedia, BankRate, and others. Other publishing credits include Family Circle, Parents, Forbes Advisor, Chief Content Officer magazine, RetailMeNot.com, ContentMarketingInstitute.com, Monster.com, KrazyCouponLady.com, and more. Dawn has a master’s degree in journalism and mass communications from New York University. She lives in Staten Island, NY with her husband and sons.

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