08/04/2026
When is the right time for senior living?
The first time this question comes up, many families say “not yet.” New research shows that pressing pause may come at a cost.
A 2025 report from NORC at the University of Chicago found that most family caregivers assumed they had up to a year before
they’d need to act. In reality, nearly 7 in 10 moved a loved one to senior living within 60 days of starting their search.
We’re taking a closer look at why shifting from “not yet” to "let's find out" while there’s still time to choose – rather than react – can
change the whole experience.
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