LISTEN: Navigating assisted living for seniors
Manage episode 299722145 series 2952027
Karen Froland (right) and her mom, Alene Robinson, hold hands on Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2020, at the Aspen Creek assisted-living home in Anchorage.(Tegan Hanlon/Alaska Public Media)
Assisted-living homes are highly flexible and supportive communities that offer staff support for activities. Basically, assisted living is for people who can live independently but want or need assistance with some of the tasks of daily living. As our population ages, it’s becoming a popular option for seniors nationwide. What services are available in Alaska?
Listen here:
HOST: Dr. Justin Clark
GUESTS:
- Anna Houser, executive director, Aspen Creek Senior Living Center
LINKS:
https://www.aspencreekalaska.com
https://health.usnews.com/best-assisted-living/articles/what-is-assisted-living
https://www.ahcancal.org/Assisted-Living/Facts-and-Figures/Pages/default.aspx
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LIVE BROADCAST: Wednesday, Aug. 11, 2021, at 10 a.m. AKDT
REPEAT BROADCAST: Wednesday, Aug. 11, 2021, at 8 p.m. AKDT
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