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Anna Nichols
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- B.S. from John Brown University and an M.A. from the University of Notre Dame
About Anna
Anna Nichols is a content strategist at A Place for Mom primarily focusing on end-of-life care and caregiver support. Her work has involved researching senior-friendly activities in cities across the U.S., as well as reporting on the challenges of long-distance caregiving. Anna holds a B.S. degree in education from John Brown University and a M.A. from the University of Notre Dame.
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Last updated March 21, 2024
Have these five essential conversations with your aging parents to prepare for the future. Use our checklist to get started.
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Last updated February 20, 2024
Physical, mental, and emotional changes change how dementia patients interact with the world.
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Last updated December 20, 2023
Learn why it’s important to respect the elderly with practical tips for how to show respect to the senior in your life.
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Last updated February 22, 2024
People don’t die of old age, but old age can make people more likely to die from disease or injury.
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Last updated March 31, 2025
Learn about the cost of 24/7 home care and explore different factors that affect the overall cost.
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Last updated March 28, 2025
Learn about the different types of Social Security benefits and how to use them to pay for in-home care.
9 min
Last updated March 3, 2025
Learn how Medicaid covers nursing home costs, eligibility rules, and more to support your loved one’s long-term care needs.
10 min
Last updated March 3, 2025
The VA’s Aid and Attendance supplemental payment can be used to pay for care and services. Are you or your loved one eligible?
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Last updated February 11, 2025
Senior couples can live together in assisted living for around $4,500 per month or choose other care types that meet their needs.
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Last updated February 10, 2025
Learn about the differences between home care and home health care and how they each provide support for seniors living at home.
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