Although it is a year-round color, pastel blues, especially alongside pinks and pale yellows suggest springtime, while deep blue is a colder weather color. A deep royal shade, indigo, or azure conveys richness and perhaps even a touch of superiority in designs, while almost-black navy is a bit warmer than lighter blues. Combine a light and dark blue to convey trust and truthfulness.
The average stay for nursing-home residents is 28 months, and the average stay for assisted-living residents is 27 months. But many of those people receive some other kind of long-term care before or after their stay.
Assisted living costs vary widely depending on region, the amount of care required, and the size of the apartment. An analysis of the pricing of communities in our network found that the national average is $3,074. To see the average costs of assisted living where you live, visit our Assisted Living Costs page.