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<div>The Assisted Living Federation of America (ALFA) and The New York Chapter of the Assisted Living Federation of America (NY ALFA) support informed consumer choice, the protection of residents’ rights, and disclosure of program services and fees.</div>
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<div>National ALFA has a wide array of tools and resources for seniors and their families interested in learning more about assisted living.
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	<li><a href="http://alfa.org/Family" target="_blank">ALFA Family and Friends Site</a>
Resources for family, friends and prospective residents who are looking for information on senior living and assisted living options.</li>
	<li><a href="http://www.alfa.org/alfa/Checklist_for_Evaluating_Communities.asp" target="_blank">Guide to Choosing an Assisted Living Community </a>
The following assisted living community evaluation checklis is your guide to the important amenities, services, accommodations, and care provided by assisted living communities. Every community is unique. ALFA recommends making several visits at various times of day to each community you are considering.</li>
	<li><a href="http://www.alfa.org/search" target="_blank">Search for a Senior Living Community</a>
Search for a senior living community on ALFA's Source for Senior Living Community Directory.</li>
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<strong>Additional Resources for Consumers: </strong>
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	<li><a href="http://www.alfa.org/alfa/Assessing_Cost.asp" target="_blank">Assessing Cost of Assisted Living </a></li>
	<li><a href="http://www.alfa.org/alfa/Assisted_Living_Information.asp" target="_blank">Assisted Living Information</a></li>
	<li><a href="http://www.alfa.org/alfa/Lifestyles_and_Amenities.asp" target="_blank">Assisted Living Lifestyle and Amenities</a></li>
	<li><a href="http://www.alfa.org/alfa/Care_Provider_Philosophy.asp" target="_blank">Care Provider Philosophy</a></li>
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