Americans favor in-home care over institutional senior living, survey finds

A survey of 2,000 Americans (Gen X or younger with a living parent) found 39% would consider moving an elderly relative into their home, while 19% would consider assisted living and only 16% would consider senior living or memory care; half said they have not discussed future living arrangements with an aging parent or relative.

A recent survey of 2,000 Americans who are Gen X or younger with a living parent reports a strong preference for keeping aging relatives at home. Respondents most often chose "moving them into my home" as the likeliest option. Fewer people said they would consider assisted living or memory care. The survey was conducted by Talker Research on behalf of LevLane, and LevLane's chief marketing officer Liz Weir commented on shifting expectations and gaps in family conversations. Key findings: - The survey sampled 2,000 Americans (Gen X or younger with a living parent), conducted by Talker Research for LevLane. - 39% of respondents said moving an elderly relative into their home is the most likely option they would consider. - 19% said they would consider an assisted living community, and 16% said they would consider a senior living facility or memory care. - Only half of respondents said they have discussed future living arrangements with an aging parent or relative. - Safety (30%), cost or affordability (27%), and medical needs (25%) were cited as the top factors influencing where an aging loved one might live. - More than half (52%) said they have seen caregiving cause tension or conflict in their family, while 79% said they would support a parent making their own decision about future living arrangements. Summary: The survey points to a notable preference for in-home care among the respondents and highlights uneven preparation and conversations within families about aging-related living decisions. Undetermined at this time.