By Robyn A. Friedman
From Kiplinger’s Personal Finance
When Charlie Gould realized it might be time to explore alternative housing options for his 81-year-old mother and her husband, the couple had already tried in-home assistance at their condominium in Boca Raton, Fla. But some falls and other incidents had concerned Gould, and he wanted to be proactive, providing additional support for his folks before the need became critical.
