In the United States, the life-expectancy age continues to increase. Chances are, if you have lived to the age of 50, you will most likely make it to age 80 and beyond. But, we want to go beyond just living a long life; we also want to live a high-quality life. Good health, of course,…
Moving to an assisted living facility is a big adjustment for our senior family members. Caregivers want to make the transition as stress-free as possible. To make the apartment feel familiar and homey, most residents feel better surrounded by their favorite possessions and furniture. But the transition also involves changes in lifestyle, friends, and daily…
A senior with memory issues faces many dangers — from mismanagement of medication to an increased risk of fire in the home. One of the greatest risks seniors with dementia face is wandering; a senior loved one who has wandered from home is in an emergency situation. Simple steps can be taken to reduce the…
We create friendships throughout our entire lives. Research suggests that friendships and activities reduce stress, help people feel worthy and needed, and stimulate the mind. From conversing at the breakfast table to participating in an afternoon group activity, residents living in senior communities reap the benefits of friendship every day. Friendly Faces All of us…
Finding out a loved one has been diagnosed with dementia can be a devastating time for a family to navigate. There are so many changes that occur and decisions that need to be made about how to plan for the future. It’s important to develop a supportive community for both the person with dementia and…
So, you have had a conversation with your parents. They don’t want to live alone, but you have a full house already. You have decided together that an assisted living space would be best for everyone. Where do you start? Here are a few caregiver tips to start with: Parents are used to their privacy…
Caring for a loved one with dementia can transform a seemingly usual day into a venture filled with unexpected twists and turns. Pro-active dementia caregivers can prevent you from hitting a road block. Yield Nobody knows your loved one better than you do. You often rely on nonverbal communication to assist someone who suffers from…