It’s often the same story; a middle-aged adult begins helping their aging mother or father. It’s usually because they live close enough to them that it makes sense to help. And, it’s often just for a “few little things” at first. You may not realize it, but after a while you are a family caregiver. […]
When Caring for Mom Is Affecting Your Relationship with Her, Assisted Living Can Help
March 19, 2024 by ·
What’s an ‘Average’ Day for a Senior at a Quality Assisted Living Community?
March 6, 2024 by ·
When you don’t know very much about something, it’s easy to fall into the trap of trying to figure out what it will be like based on another person’s perspective. No matter what ‘it’ is, everyone’s perspective, everyone’s expectations, viewpoints, and observations are different. When you’re talking about an elder care option like assisted living, […]
Three Reasons Memory Care Is Optimal for Someone with Alzheimer’s
February 27, 2024 by ·
The moment somebody you care about has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, a lot of things seem to change. In reality, you probably recognized some issues before. Your mother, spouse, father, grandparent, or somebody else you care about might have been exhibiting memory related challenges for a year or more before they were finally advised strongly […]
Four Ways Seniors with Alzheimer’s Can Benefit from Assisted Living
January 23, 2024 by ·
A memory care assisted living facility is one of the best elder care choices seniors and their families can make, especially when they are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or some other form of dementia. One of the most commonly thought of symptoms with regard to Alzheimer’s is memory loss. There is no cure for the disease, […]
Many Seniors Discover New Creative Passions at Quality Assisted Living Communities
January 9, 2024 by ·
Caregivers in assisted living communities play a crucial role in reigniting seniors’ passion for creative pursuits like art and music. This blog sheds light on how their support leads to enriched, fulfilling senior lifestyles.
The Best Items Senior Can Bring to Assisted Living
December 7, 2023 by ·
Knowing how to downsize items when moving to assisted living may be hard for seniors going through this transition. Here are the best items to bring along.
Assisted Living Can Help Family Caregivers Who Are Struggling
December 1, 2023 by ·
Assisted living can be a refuge for those who are struggling with the stress and overwhelmed nature of being a family caregiver.
How To Positively Influence Aging Parents Moving into Assisted Living
November 22, 2023 by ·
There have probably been plenty of times in your life when you have felt powerless. You have witnessed family members, friends, coworkers, and others struggle with incredible challenges and long odds, wishing you could do more, knowing there was little in your power to do to change things for them. You may feel that way […]
Assisted Living Factors to Consider Other Than Amenities
November 17, 2023 by ·
When you or your senior loved one is choosing an assisted living facility, be sure to look into these factors instead of just relying on the amenities.
Do Seniors Have to Give Up Their Pets at Assisted Living?
November 10, 2023 by ·
It’s very beneficial for seniors to have pets, as long as they have the proper means to care for them. But if they choose assisted living, do they have to give them up?
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