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How to... choose a financial institution The Credit Union Difference You’re a customer in every other aspect of the world – why not choose a credit union and be a member instead of being just another number? When you’re part of a credit union, you are a member AND an owner. You have the right to vote regardless of how much money you have on deposit, and you have the opportunity to run for the Board of Directors. Because the board is governed by volunteers, you can be sure that your credit union is looking out for your best financial interests, and not that of a stockholder group.

Financial Education for Members Credit unions look to improve the financial literacy of all members, with the hope that everyone can become a better educated consumer when it comes to financial services. Offering tools and services to help achieve goals and financial wellness is just another way that your credit union looks out for you.

Choose a Convenient Location In an era of convenience-first, having readily accessible branches and ATMs is a priority for consumers. With 14 full service branches and two lending centers, P1FCU provides easy access for members across North Idaho and Eastern Washington. Additionally, as part of the CoOp Shared Branching Network, members can access funds at nearly 30,000 ATMs and more than 5,000 branches across the 50 states.

Look for Beneficial Products and Services Your credit union should be your go-to for your financial needs – no matter where your life takes you. From standard products including checking and savings accounts, credit cards, and consumer lending to expanded services such as commercial lending, merchant services, and mortgages, P1FCU can provide economic value to each and every member. Because credit unions are not-for-profit, loan rates can be lower, savings rates can be higher, and fewer service fees may exist.

People Helping People Your credit union should give back to the people and places that it serves; after all, it’s their community, too!

P1FCU believes in enhancing the lives of those in the communities we are part of, in ways such as sponsoring events, monetary donations, and volunteering time

and energy. In 2016 alone, staff members at P1FCU donated more than 5,000 hours of volunteer time to our communities. Investments aren’t always dollars and cents – sometimes, it’s about the time and the commitment to make the communities we live in just a little bit better.

How to Get Started Choosing where your finances belong is no longer a point-and-choose decision – our lives have become incredibly specialized and your financial institution should be up for the challenge of enhancing your financial situation, not hindering it. Visiting an institution’s website and Facebook page can help show you the products and services offered, as well as the qualities that set them apart from the others. Above all, your institution should have your best interest in mind with a people-first philosophy that you can count on no matter where your journey is headed. Find out more by visiting us online at p1fcu.org.

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How to... choose the right hearing aid Five tips to guide you with finding the right hearing aid 1. Don’t go it alone Bring along a friend or relative.

“One of the most impor-tant steps you can take is to bring a spouse, family member or friend to the examination,” says Juliette Sterkens, an audiologist in Oshkosh, Wis. “Two people hear and remember more.”

2. Interview a provider “The number one thing to remember is that the value you get out of your hearing aid is based on the skills and abilities of the hearing health professional,” says Sergei Kochkin of the Better Hearing Institute. Audiologists and hearing instrument specialists are both licensed to sell hearing aids, but audiologists hold a master’s or doctoral degree in audiology.

Get referrals from health care professionals. The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and the American Academy of Audiology offer information on how to find a hearing professional.

3. Know before you go “Most people have had trouble with their hearing for years,” says Barry Freeman, an audiologist and chairman of the board of the National Council for Better Hearing.

Yet they wait an average of five to seven years before buying a hearing aid. The worse the hearing loss, the harder it is for your brain to adjust, so it’s important to act as soon as you think you may have hearing loss. When new patients come to him, Freeman quizzes them: “What do you want the hearing aid to do for you? Do you just want to be able to hear the television? Or do you hope to hear the sermon in church?” Knowing your priorities will help the professional determine what style and technology are best for you.

4. Have your hearing tested During your visit, you should be given a hearing test in a soundproof booth. It will tell the audiologist or hearing specialist what type of hearing loss you have so a hearing aid can be programmed specifically for you. Not all devices will fit every person or every degree of hearing loss. And “these are custom-made devices,” says Linda Remensnyder, an audiologist near Chicago. “It’s not prudent to buy online or from a big-box retail store.”

5. Try before you buy Ask for a demonstration of the hearing aids recommended for you. An audiologist may be able to put a disposable plug on the tip of a behind-the-ear hearing aid and program the device to your hearing loss so you can experience how it works. “This is way too important and costly a decision to make in a hurry.” by: Cathie Gandel | from: AARP Bulletin | Top experts in the field give advice on how to shop for and choose a hearing aid.

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HOW TO... choose an air duct cleaning company In today’s well-sealed homes, when particles, pollution, chemicals and mold spores get in, they have trouble getting out Be sure to keep your heating, and ventilations system clean and well maintained so your indoor air isn’t worse than the air outside.

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Pricing Has this company provided you a competitive price?

Beware of the $99 whole house special sales gimmick.

Check with other neighbors, or co-workers.

Is this a side line service for them?

Beware of low duct cleaning pricing if their real business is selling equipment & furnace parts? Make sure you have a bid from another heating dealer before letting your-self fall into this sales gimmick. Have a complete list of all major components of your hvac system you want cleaned before the cleaning begins.

Safety Job safety should be a top priority this means they employ the ‘best practices’ for safety at all job sites.

Ask the company for their safety ratings? Do they use environmentally friendly, non-toxic, air purification products?

Quality control Ask what are their qc policies? Customer survey’s on every residential jobsites? Visually inspection larger projects? To assure quality control, larger projects need completed reports for the facility or project manager.

Experience How many years has the company been in business?

You don’t want a fly by night business touching your expensive hvac equipment. Ask for their proof of licensing and bonding and liability insurance. Do they have contractor/public works licensing? Do they have local references? Ask neighbors, or co-workers about them.

Qualifications Is the company certified by the national air duct cleaning association (nadca) which has strict standards relating to training, equipment, cleaning procedures and ethical behavior. Do they have experienced technicians that have earned the prestigious ascs (air systems cleaning specialist) designation, as well as cvi (certified ventilation inspector) vsmr (ventilation system mold remediator) duct cleaning certification? Are they a member of the better business bureau? If so what is their rating? What is their dun bradstreet rating?

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How to... choose a funeral home & crematory Make the grieving process a little easier In the past, most people chose a funeral home for the following reasons: they had a relationship with the funeral home before, the perceived religious affiliation of a funeral home, the location of the funeral home or upon the recommendation of a friend.

Most local, independent funeral homes rely upon their reputation for success. They have been operated by the same family from generation to generation and have been successful because they have built a business based on trust. With various mergers and acquisitions occurring in our industry, it is important that you choose a family owned funeral home where the family cares about your needs.

Every funeral home should be capable of addressing each familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s religious needs and provide a service that is meaningful to each family. Some funeral homes are better than others in going the extra mile to provide a personalized tribute to a life that was lived.

Some people choose a funeral home based on their location, however the most convenient location may not be the best suited for your needs or a good value. You should make your decision based on whether their facilities are up to date, whether they offer a variety of options based upon your budget and whether they are willing to offer a personalized tribute to the life of the person. There should be plenty of parking and the building should be handicapped accessible. You can often get a feel for a particular funeral home by accessing their website.

The website should provide a description of the funeral home as well information about the variety of services they offer.

Many of your questions will be answered directly on the website or you can contact the funeral home by email for more specific requests.

You should not choose a funeral home based on price alone. All funeral homes are mandated by law to give you a General Price List before you begin to talk about any type of arrangements you will make. Therefore you can select the services that are right for your family and your budget. A good funeral home will take into consideration your family and circumstances and offer recommendations. Choosing a funeral home on price alone may shortchange you on the personalized care and service you need to receive.

The Funeral Staff While a funeral home can be truly beautiful, it is the willingness of the funeral staff to insure that the funeral of your loved one be meaningful to you. The funeral staff should be

attentive and provide compassion and support since you will be with them for a few intense days. You should always get the feeling that they will take care of your loved one just as you took care of them in life.

You should also be able to relate to the funeral director who will handle the arrangements and be able to speak frankly about what you want. No request by you should go unfulfilled. You should also ask whether the funeral home offers concierge services, i.e. assisting with ordering flowers, arranging accommodations for out of state relatives, reserving a restaurant or catering facility for a family reception, or helping with any other need that may arise.

Support Services While most funeral homes can provide any type of funeral service, the good funeral homes are concerned about what happens after the funeral is over when the family member finds himself/herself all alone. The funeral home should be able to provide support information so that a grieving family member can begin the grieving process. In addition, the funeral home should be able to recommend specific support organizations where people can go to learn about coping with their loss whether it is with a private therapist who specializes in grief issues or with a support group.

Preplanning When someone dies there are over 97 decisions that need to be made about planning a funeral. Oftentimes, you need to address these important issues in a very short period of time.

You can avoid many of these hasty decisions by preplanning the funeral services.

Preplanning allows you to complete the vital statistic portion of a funeral; you can talk about the type of services; the people you might like to have involved; begin to write an obituary; and organize your legal and financial documents. So many things can be done ahead of time to make it easier for families at the time of need.

In conclusion, after you have met with a funeral director to ascertain what you think might be important to you, then you can determine whether that funeral home would be able to deliver on your requests.

A funeral home should be a center where you receive help and support to make sure that the funeral experience is soft, soothing and a tribute to the person that you just lost from the time of their death to your road to recovery. There is a difference in funeral homes. Make sure that you compare.

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How to... choose a fireplace or insert Fire. We sit around fires and have been doing so...forever If you have a room with a fireplace, then that fireplace is probably the focal point of the room.

If it isn’t, then it should be. Take a look at your fireplace. Does it “fit” the room? Have you updated or remodeled the room or decor but did not know what to do about the fireplace? Does it look old and outdated? Ugly? Dark and moody? Would a future home buyer like it? Do YOU like it?

Home buyers will focus on your fireplace. Your fireplace could affect whether they make an offer on your home. Or not make an offer. Or offer less money. You might want to update your fireplace.

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• brightens a room and adds value to your home • actually heats, instead of simply being a little flickering flame • is an instant focal point and brings life to your space • helps define a home’s style and adds beauty, drama and elegance • a great-looking fireplace can “make” a great-looking room Contemporary-styled gas fireplaces and fireplace inserts don’t use the traditional log look, and instead offer a bed of rocks or glass and reflective surrounds for a thoroughly updated look.

A National Association of REALTORS® survey of homebuyers’ preferences listed fireplaces as one of the mostpreferred home features. Almost 40% of home buyers said they would pay extra for a house with at least one fireplace. Also, according to the Residential Cost Handbook, a gas fireplace has the potential to add an average of $5,900 to the value of a home.

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How to... choose a financial advisor Finding the right financial advisor for your situation is essential for your financial health Think of it this way: Choosing a financial advisor who’s right for your specific financial situation is similar to choosing the right nutrition program for your specific body type.

Things to keep in mind Since not every diet program is suited for your specific health and wellness needs, not every financial advisor is suited for your financial wellness needs. You want to be able to rely on your financial advisor’s advice when it comes to trimming your expenditures and what to do to save for retirement the same way you rely on your doctor for keeping your body trim and fit.

Be sure to do your homework before starting a relationship with a financial advisor.

Before making a choice, perform a background check on the financial advisors on your list and review their credentials.

Your financial advisor must have the necessary training from an accredited institution and the prescribed certification for your state in order to be a true financial advisor.

Ask yourself the following questions: •How many years of experience does the advisor have?

•Have any complaints been filed against the financial advisor?

•What awards, if any, has the financial advisor received?

•Can the financial advisor provide concrete proof of a satisfied clientele?

Answers to these questions are key when searching for a financial advisor who will meet your specific needs.

Areas of expertise There’s a complete buffet of financial products that can contribute to your financial well-being. Everything from bonds to mutual funds and commodities to stocks are common investing tools. However, depending upon your appetite for risk, some investment vehicles are better for your portfolio than others. You want to find a financial advisor who’s an expert in customizing a financial plan for your benefit, not for your detriment.

Consider the specific segment of the market in which you want to invest your money. Look for a financial advisor specializing in that particular investment type. For example, you might want to invest in the commodities market. If

your potential financial advisor has little experience in the commodities market, consider a different choice on your candidate list.

Rate of success Take a look at the rate of success each potential candidate has. Has the rate of return of his recommendations outpaced the average market rate of return over the last year, five years, or ten years? One indicator of a solid rate of return is how well a financial advisor conducts research to strengthen his clients’ portfolios.

Here’s where experience plays an important role. This is especially important in tough economic times. How well has your financial advisor-candidate weathered past economic recessions for his clients? Do his clients continue to thrive in a bleak financial environment? On the other hand, have his clients experienced multiple hits to their portfolios?

That’s why an advisor’s success is well worth your consideration.

Fees or commissions?

Ask your financial advisor about her compensation. Is she fee-based or commission-based? That will make a difference in your final selection. After all it’s your money you’re investing, not your financial advisor’s money.

A commission-based advisor is more apt to suggest financial products that favor her compensation. Such a situation could needlessly increase your exposure to market risk. Only go with a commission-based advisor if she has a proven track record of success and has your best interest in mind.

If you feel the need to guarantee that your best interest will be served, go with a fee-based advisor. A fee-based advisor is compensated only for the time spent on servicing your portfolio.

Interview Finally, make arrangements to meet the top candidates on your financial advisor list. Get a feel for how the financial advisor will treat you as his or her client. Will he act condescending toward you and your ideas? Will she have the heart of a teacher when addressing your concerns? A good way to do that is to ask direct questions regarding experience, services and financial products offered, and the fee schedule.

How your financial advisor-candidate answers your questions will give you a solid idea of which one is right for you.

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How to... choose a hospital Some of life’s most significant moments occur during a hospital stay. From a trip to the emergency room, the birth of a little miracle, a life-saving surgical procedure, to an outpatient procedure restoring a better quality of life. When it comes to your health, it’s important to make the right decision when choosing the best hospital to care for you. Consider the quality and safety of patient care performed by highly skilled physicians and healthcare providers, and choose a facility with a long history of excellent patient care, state-of-the-art equipment and procedures, a comprehensive range of medical specialty services, and the promise of an excellent patient experience. It’s good to know that the right choice is close to home—St. Joseph Regional Medical Center.

Providing safe, quality, and compassionate healthcare as a full-service hospital is a long-standing tradition at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center (SJRMC). We live our Mission to provide an exceptional patient experience for all we serve. In 2016, SJRMC received the prestigious Qualis Health Idaho Quality Award of Excellence for large hospitals in our state.

This award celebrates organizations that have excelled at innovating healthcare delivery to their communities—making a real difference for patients and their families. Patient safety and quality care have always been our priority. Recognition as a Distinguished Hospital for Patient Safety and earning multiple honors for exceptional patient care demonstrates our continual commitment to excellent service.

Since 1951, we have maintained continuous accreditation

by The Joint Commission, the nation’s oldest and largest standards-setting and accrediting body in healthcare, which can only be achieved by meeting or exceeding the most stringent performance standards.

SJRMC is the region’s only designated Blue Distinction Center for Hip and Knee Replacement and Spine Surgery. This nationally recognized honor is earned by hospitals achieving the highest quality standards and demonstrating better patient outcomes, while also providing affordable care.

With cancer, access to the latest treatment options is enormously important - so is being close to family and friends while receiving treatment. St. Joseph’s Cancer Center provides compassionate cancer care with technologies and treatment options right here at home.

In addition to the comprehensive cancer care services offered locally, St. Joseph Cancer Center is a network member of the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance (SCCA) Network, which brings the resources of three internationally renowned institutions to our communication: Fred Hutchinson Cancer

Research Center, University of Washington Medicine, and Seattle Children’s. This offers local patients access to the latest cancer diagnostic and treatment information, the ability to easily consult with SCCA physicians about diagnosis and treatment, and the latest education and information about advancements in the treatment of cancer.

St. Joseph Family Beginnings is proud to be recognized as one of the first hospitals in Idaho to receive designation as a Blue Distinction® Center+ for Maternity Care from Blue Cross, recognized for delivering quality, affordable specialty care safely and effectively. St. Joseph Family Beginnings is nationally Safe Sleep Certified, demonstrating a commitment to community leadership in educating best practices on infant sleep safety.

We are committed to providing excellent care to our region through the highly-skilled and certified physicians on our healthcare team, and a quality facility with the latest in medical technology and treatments. SJRMC has over 120 boardcertified physicians and providers on our Medical Staff active in both primary care and specialty practice. The St. Joseph Provider Clinics offer primary and specialty care services.

Employed by SJRMC, the Provider Clinics work collaboratively for the benefit of our patients.

SJRMC proudly provides the region’s most comprehensive range of services, including: surgery, diagnostic imaging, cancer treatment, inpatient and outpatient mental health, rehabilitation, cardiovascular services, breast imaging and women’s health services, Family Beginnings Birthing Center, pediatrics, family care, sleep lab, adult and pediatric neurology, hospice and palliative care, gastroenterology and endoscopy services, neuro and interventional radiology, and emergency services. The comprehensive care you need is right here at SJRMC. At SJRMC, our patients are our number one priority, and our goal is to provide exceptional patient care in a compassionate and healing environment. We make the following pledge to all patients, “We promise that you are the center of our work. Our healing ministry will be provided with honesty, compassion, and respect. Our dedicated team will be with you throughout your St. Joseph experience.” Safe, quality patient care is our greatest responsibility; skilled physicians, providers, and staff are our greatest asset; providing excellent patient experiences is our greatest accomplishment; and improving the health of our community and region is our greatest goal. We are St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. Along with you, we are…

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How to... choose a veterinarian In today’s society, pets are generally considered to be members of the family. As such, they should be provided with the excellent health care that any member of your family deserves.

Many people neglect to bring their pets to a local veterinarian due to cost concerns. These people tend to believe that it is simply not financially wise or necessary to provide their animals with regular health care.

However, by ensuring that your pet has regular check-ups from an experienced animal professional, you can add years to your pet’s life and improve upon its happiness.

You should never wait until your pet is sick to provide it with the health care that it needs.

Many animal diseases can be prevented with regular check-ups, saving you time and money in the long run. Visits to the veterinarian will boost your pet’s health, allowing it to lead a happier, more vigorous life.

The process of searching for a veterinarian can seem intimidating. However, so long as you adhere to the following guidelines, you can easily locate an animal health care professional that will provide your pet with the services that it needs in order to lead a long, healthy life.

When searching for a veterinarian, you should first ask

for references from your friends and family. The best way to receive an accurate impression of a vet’s quality of work is by speaking with his or her past clients.

A veterinarian’s references should assert that he or she is professional, timely, honest and compassionate. The Internet is also an excellent source of information regarding the quality of a specific animal health care professional. Search for reviews from past clients, and check the business’s reputation with the Better Business Bureau.

After you have narrowed down your choices, feel free to visit the veterinarian’s office in order to receive a personal impression of the professional’s values.

The office should be scrupulously clean, and all employees should be friendly and welcoming.

You should observe the interactions between the office’s staff and the animals that are present. If a large number of pets seem excessively stressed or anxious about their visit, this could be a warning sign that the vet is not as gentle or careful as he or she should be.

You can even chat with the other clients that are present.

Ask them about their past experiences with this particular veterinarian. Most clients would be happy to share their stories or recommendations with you.

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How to... choose a stone surface Finding the Perfect Countertop When choosing your countertop, first ask yourself if you want a traditional or contemporary look. Traditional tends to have more earth tones, where Contemporary shows more greys and whites. Next decide whether you like a consistent pattern, or like the movement or vein look throughout the slab. Something else to consider, is the lighting in your space. If you have a smaller space with little natural light, you will want to stick with a lighter color countertop.

If your space is open and has lots of natural light, a darker countertop color would work.

After finding the perfect countertop, it is time to decide on the various fabrication options.

First you want to select your edge profile. We have over 9 standard edge profiles to choose from along with many upgrade options. Next, choose the installation type for your sink.

Undermount or Self Rim? With undermount sinks, we use a mechanical bracket that supports the weight of the sink and secures it underneath your countertop. We use a 30-year silicon to seal the sink to the countertop. Self-rim, or Top Mount sinks are supported by the countertop and rest on top. The last thing to think about is what type of backsplash. There a few options, if the backsplash needs to go all the way up to your upper cabinets, you can either choose tile or use the same countertop material as backsplash. If you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need to go all the way to the uppers, another option is to run a 4-6â&#x20AC;? strip of countertop material along the walls.

Decisions are made. Time to template the project. We use a laser template system to collect 2D and 3D data. After collecting the information, our template technician will go over some final details such as seam placement and outside/ inside radii. Once our programmer receives the data from the template technician, we can get you involved in layout with our state of the art layout software, where we have high resolution pictures of all of our slabs and can drop the templates on the slabs to show the various options in layout.

After all the data is processed, it is time to get cutting. At Granite Concepts, we use a Saw-Waterjet CNC that can perform any straight cut with a Diamond blade, while finishing up arcs, inside/outside radii, sink cutouts, and cooktop cutouts with a very precise waterjet, giving us the upmost precision. Once the CNC is done cutting out the tops, our fabrication team with a combined 20 years of experience will make sure the hand polish is perfect on your countertops.

Finally, Time for installation. Our installation team will arrive and carefully assemble your countertops in your home. After the install is complete, they will go over the routine care and maintenance to help your countertops look as good as new for years to come.

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How to... choose a home health care provider An option for seniors to remain at home

Most seniors and their families will one day have to face an inevitable and difficult question as time goes by and health conditions become more of a problem: Is it possible to remain living independently, or will a move into some form of senior facility be necessary?

Moving into a nursing home is an option that might most appeal to seniors with mobility problems. A senior who has difficulty in the completion of everyday tasks is not restricted to a nursing home, however.

While the staff of such residences see to all of their residentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; needs, the attention can be clinical and impersonal, making the transition from the freedom of home even more difficult. The convenience of having everything done for the senior has the downside of becoming just another face in a crowd of patients. Another disadvantage is the lack of personal time and privacy.

Assisted living facilities offer another option for those who find the performance of everyday activities, including bathing and meal preparation, difficult because of mobility restrictions or other health issues.

This growing trend in senior living provides extended help in such tasks while still allowing a measure of independence and personal space. Despite these advantages, however, an on-site assisted living residence still lacks the comforts and familiarity of home.

A better option now exists to help seniors whose difficulties with daily household chores would otherwise make a move necessary. Use of an adult care service can give a senior the best of both worlds.

Adult care services provide people who come to a seniorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home and carry out such tasks as basic chores and laundry, as well as giving medical reminders and running errands like grocery shopping. The variety of services they provide let elderly people remain in their own homes, enjoying the dignity and freedom of staying at home while receiving the help they need in the basic necessities of life.

From meal preparation to assistance in dressing, adult care services find no task too large or insignificant. The main reason for the popularity of in-home adult care, however, is that it allows a senior to wake up in a familiar bed and go through life in the place that has been home.

The clinical impersonality of nursing homes and other on-site living facilities is a difficult adjustment for many people to face.

Aging has enough difficulties, with its host of health worries and

physical difficulties, without undergoing such a radical change in lifestyle.

The simple fact of being in familiar rooms surrounded by personal belongings can help ward off depression and offer a soothing sense of comfort for a senior trying to come to terms with health issues.

Anyone with a parent or other elderly loved one who could benefit from such care should consider looking into local adult care services. Odds are that such a search will find a thriving business whose success relies on providing full service that caters to the patronâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s specific needs.

Another benefit, apart from the assistance in daily tasks, is that adult care services offer a feeling of friendship and companionship that might otherwise be unavailable. A senior with a person coming into the home to do chores has the comfort of knowing there will be regular contact with someone who can be relied on.

The first step for the family members of a senior, of course, is to consult with the senior who would be living in whatever conditions are decided upon.

The answer to the question of staying in a home versus living in a facility is a difficult one. However, the options available should make it easier for any senior to enjoy the comforts of home as long as possible.

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