Choosing the right senior living option can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re unsure where to begin. With so many types of communities offering different levels of care and amenities, it’s natural to question whether you’re making the right choice, or wonder if your loved one will feel happy and supported in their new home. Understanding … Read more
Continuing care retirement communities, or CCRCs, are a wonderful option for your senior loved one. CCRCs are also known as “life plan” communities. These communities offer an “all-in-one” approach to whichever level of care your loved one needs. Life plan communities are communities offer all stages of senior living and care. Residents don’t need to … Read more
Senior apartments are a wonderful option for mature adults who are looking to relocate for the next chapter of their lives, but are still active and independent. They are designed with each individual senior in mind to accommodate their personal lifestyle and needs. These communities only permit people over a certain age to inhabit them. … Read more
A residential care home provides many services for seniors that you would find in a larger assisted living facility. Generally, they provide a room for the senior, meals, daily activities and assistance. Assistance can range per person and can include hygiene, dressing, assistance with restrooms and more. Custodial services such as laundry, housekeeping and transportation … Read more
Nursing homes can be called a variety of names. The most popular names are convalescent homes and skilled nursing facilities. Nursing homes provide many helpful, essential services to senior citizens who can no longer take care of themselves. The services can include: 24-hour skilled nursing care Medical care Medicine monitoring Memory care Hospice is usually … Read more
Independent living is a great first step into a retirement community for many seniors. Many aging adults are under the misconception that they should live in their home, many times alone, until they can no longer take care of themselves, then move into a nursing home. This is definitely not the case! Independent living is … Read more
Home care is a brilliant, helpful way to provide care for seniors in the comforts of their own homes. This can include people with special needs in addition to elderly care. Home care is a godsend for people who need extra help but want to maintain their own independence. Many people who qualify for home … Read more
When a Loved One Needs Memory Care Over 50 million people are diagnosed with dementia each year worldwide.10 million people will be diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. With these statistics, there is a high demand for memory care services. Memory care is an effective way to properly care for seniors living with Alzheimer’s and other memory … Read more
Aging is a natural part of life. A common, but unwanted part of the aging process is losing independence as health begins to deteriorate. Assisted living was designed with seniors in mind and to provide relief and peace of mind for their family and loved ones. Many people have heard about assisted living. But what … Read more
Seniors need to stay as fit as they can. The body becomes more prone to problems and sickness if not cared for at advanced ages. By exercising, you can improve your immune system and digestive functioning. You can attain better blood pressure and bone density and lower your chances of Alzheimer’s disease, diabetes, heart disease, … Read more
As a senior, you may at some point be faced with situations when you need assistance with handling your affairs. If you are hospitalized or incapacitated, who will pay your bills and manage your finances? Who will make your healthcare decisions if you can’t? Having a Power of Attorney allows you to make these choices, … Read more
When the time comes to start looking into care for your elderly loved one, you may feel confused and overwhelmed on whether they should go into an assisted living facility or a nursing home. To help assist you in your research, we have laid out the main differences between nursing homes and luxury assisted living. … Read more
The coronavirus outbreak has left everyone with more questions than answers recently. No one knows this more than people with family in assisted living facilities, who may feel powerless to help their loved ones they’re not even allowed to see. Assisted living facilities are doing their best to be transparent and be a resource you … Read more
For those living with dementia there may be times when it becomes increasingly more difficult to recall memories, especially as the dementia journey progresses. There are, however, many different activities which can help to spark memories, which in turn can help to boost mood and improve well-being. Here we will cover just five fantastic activities … Read more
Social Security isn’t just for people over 65. If you have a serious medical condition that keeps you from working, you might be eligible to receive Social Security Disability benefits. The Social Security Administration (SSA) oversees two different disability programs that provides monthly benefits to claimants who are approved. These two programs use the same … Read more
Everyone deserves to have a peaceful night in a clean and safe bedroom. Unfortunately, many bedrooms may not be safe for seniors and especially those with disabilities. Because we start and end our days there, the bedroom should be one of the first areas to start when improving homes. Bedrooms are commonly placed upstairs in … Read more
Imagine what it would be like if you didn’t have control over basic decisions in your life. Unfortunately, this is something many seniors struggle with as they get older. My grandmother was one of these individuals and it was hard for her to accept any dependency. When we first made the arrangement of me being … Read more
Summer is right around the corner and you know what that means? More outside time, swimming, vacations, you name it! If you are planning on breaking your little piggies out of their cold weather shoe bunker this summer, don’t miss these 7 essential foot care tips: Remember the Sunblock Shoulders? Check. Face? Check. Legs and … Read more
Do you suffer from chronic foot pain? You’re not alone. In fact, an estimated 24 percent of older adults experience foot pain that negatively impacts their life, contributing to disability and increasing the risk of falling. Common foot ailments that can contribute to pain and discomfort in the feet include corns, calluses, bunions, hammertoes, and … Read more
Is your aging parent struggling with settling in at their new assisted living center? Major transitions like this can bring about feelings of stress, anxiety, sadness, and depression, especially if a chronic illness or acute injury has contributed to the move. If you’re looking for fun, easy ways to bring a smile to their face, … Read more