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Tell Your Senators Why You Love Assisted Living This Thursday, January 25 at 10:00 am ET, the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging will hold a hearing, "Assisted Living Facilities: Understanding Long-Term Care Options for Older Adults." This will be the first hearing the Aging Committee has held in more than twenty-years specifically focused on assisted living. Ahead of the hearing, we want to make sure that Senators hear from assisted living residents, family members, and other supporters on why they love assisted living and what makes it so special. It is important that lawmakers hear your personal stories, why you chose assisted living for yourself or a loved one, what makes your community a home, and how your care team is like family. https://lnkd.in/e5f39R2f

Call to Action: Tell Your Senators “Why I Love My Assisted Living Community” Tell your Senators Today: https://lnkd.in/g2dekySY As lawmakers consider federal involvement of our industry, we want them to hear directly from residents and their families why they chose assisted living, what makes their community a home, and how their care team is like family. We also encourage stories about how assisted living has helped improve quality of life, health outcomes and outlook, and supported families in their roles. These testimonials are important so that lawmakers better understand what assisted living is on a personal level from assisted living communities in their own states.

A Care Map is a visual representation of the supports, community interactions, and social determinants that play a role in a patient's health and well-being. Our Care Map feature, piloted at the Hospital for Sick Children, helps parents coordinate care, identifies parental priorities of care, and improves understanding of what it is like to care for a child with medical complexity. Find out more here: https://shorturl.at/sXDK4

In a recent interview on CBS8, Dr. Bob Uslander of Empowered Endings shared insights into California's End of Life Option Act and its profound impact on terminally ill patients discussing: ✔️ Benefits of California's End of Life Option Act: highlighting its positive impact on patients. ✔️ Empowered Endings' Holistic Approach: supporting patients and families to make the journey as gentle and empowering as possible. ✔️ Navigating Ethical Debates: addressing curiosities and criticisms head-on. ✔️ Challenges and Controversies: delving into the ongoing debate around Medical Aid in Dying (MAiD). By staying informed, together we can contribute to shaping an open dialogue around this important topic and ensure each individual facing end-of-life decisions receives kindness and comprehensive support throughout their journey. 🙏 You can find links to the full interview and article in News & Media on the Empowered Endings website: https://buff.ly/47wDt4B #EmpoweredEndings #EndOfLifeOptions #CompassionateChoices #DeathwithDignity #SupportiveCare

The issues raised in this article are at the forefront of our work at Arrow. Imagine the stress of searching for senior living options for a loved one. Unfamiliar territory, complex regulations, and a sea of choices can leave families feeling overwhelmed. As advocates for families navigating senior care options, we understand the immense responsibility we hold. Success hinges on in-depth local market knowledge, regulations, insight on local communities, and staying up to date on state survey results. https://lnkd.in/gfFZHY5n

Here are the Key Takeaways from our recent article on Discussing Long-Term Care with Aging Loved Ones: 🗝️ Early, open conversations are crucial. 🗝️ Understanding the financial, legal, and emotional aspects is key. 🗝️ Involving professionals provides guidance. 🗝️ Regularly revisiting the care plan is essential. Read the full article on our website: https://buff.ly/3tOUhoz #LongTermCare #EstatePlanning

Thinking about the care we may need later in life can be difficult and uncomfortable, but it's so important. Here's some information to consider as you think about the care you'll need as you age - and how to prepare for those needs: https://bit.ly/43I9ANj

Here are the Key Takeaways from our recent article on Discussing Long-Term Care with Aging Loved Ones: 🗝️ Early, open conversations are crucial. 🗝️ Understanding the financial, legal, and emotional aspects is key. 🗝️ Involving professionals provides guidance. 🗝️ Regularly revisiting the care plan is essential. Read the full article on our website: https://buff.ly/3tOUhoz #LongTermCare #EstatePlanning