Al Franken actually said...

"I think the whole point is that the seniors play an active role in deciding how, when, and where they receive their care."

"It seems to me that when seniors put up a deposit to receive services in a continuing care retirement community, they expect that it will follow through as promised to provide them with services when ..."

"Continuing care retirement communities are an attractive option for some seniors because they offer the opportunity to stay in their communities, even as their long-term care needs change."

"But I think the alternative starts very, very early."