One advantage of the elderly remaining in their own homes as long as possible is that:

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Remaining in their own homes reduces the impact of spousal loss because the elderly person is in their familiar environment and not forced to adjust to a new setting after losing a spouse. While B is true, it is not the best choice as it does not address the emotional impact of spousal loss. C is not always true as the elderly may need to downsize or sell their belongings in order to maintain their home. D is not necessarily true and does not address the benefits of remaining in one's own home.

One Advantage of the Elderly Remaining in Their Own Homes