To advocate for somebody is to speak up on their behalf. There are many people all across the country who have difficulty advocating for themselves and rely on family, friends, and even others for support and assistance. When somebody moves into an assisted living facility, they have chosen a comfortable environment that provides a great […]
Memory Care Assisted Living Would Help a Senior with Dementia
December 26, 2017 by ·
There is no blueprint for dealing with dementia, either for oneself or a family member. It could be a parent, spouse, sibling, or somebody else, but when they are diagnosed with any form of dementia, which can include Alzheimer’s, thinking about long-term care is a vital, especially early on. There are plenty of options available. […]
What Happens If a Senior Is Hospitalized for Several Weeks While at Assisted Living?
December 19, 2017 by ·
It can happen. A person has moved into an assisted living community and is beginning to make friends, enjoys activities, and feels this was a great decision to make. Suddenly they experience a significant medical emergency. It could be a heart attack or stroke or something else. It could even be pneumonia. Whatever it is, […]
What Three Things Should People Look for at Assisted Living?
December 12, 2017 by ·
When looking to move because of age or some other limitation, assisted living is an option, especially for those 55 or over or, depending on the facility, 65 and over. When a senior has decided that assisted living might be a good decision for them, there are a few things they should look for in […]
It’s Amazing When an Aging Parent Finally Agrees to Consider Assisted Living
December 5, 2017 by ·
Cindy’s children would never have described her as being headstrong or stubborn, but when she was in her 70s and began showing signs of needing help around the house, she wouldn’t even consider assisted living. Her family did research. Her children and other family members did a lot of research into assisted living and other […]
How Can One Help an Aging Parent Find Their ‘New’ Home at Assisted Living?
November 28, 2017 by ·
As people get older, they will face an increased risk of certain challenges. Whether it’s health related, due to diminished strength, or other factors, it may become extremely difficult for them to support themselves at home. For these men and women, assisted living can be a great option to consider. It’s not always easy to […]
Will There Be Activities for Every Senior at Assisted Living?
November 21, 2017 by ·
Everyone has different interests. What may be interesting to one individual may be completely boring or of absolutely no interest to another. When seniors are considering assisted living, there’s a lot of talk about the various activities that go on in these facilities. Every assisted living facility is different. It’s important not to get caught […]
Three Reasons Some Seniors Never Listen When It Comes to Assisted Living
November 14, 2017 by ·
For as many different seniors as there are in the world, there are plenty of reasons why some would never consider assisted living. Unfortunately, for those that never get around to realizing the benefits this senior care option offers, they don’t know what they’re missing. Below are three of the most common reasons that some […]
Step-by-Step: Making Assisted Living Work for You
November 7, 2017 by ·
One of the biggest challenges people have in making certain things work for themselves or a loved one is that they don’t have experience. Most people don’t have much experience with assisted living, either for themselves or an aging parent or other loved one. When looking into assisted living, there may be a number of […]
“It’s Amazing How Busy Mom Is Now!” Assisted Living at Its Finest
October 31, 2017 by ·
When Betty was contemplating assisted living, her daughter was actually relieved. She had worried that her mother would be adamantly opposed to the idea of moving, especially having shared her current home with her father for more than 15 years. At the time, Betty was not busy. When she was living in that house, all […]
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