Knowing and understanding the terminologies often used in senior living will guide you in making a better decision when the time comes to plan for your future. This is especially true with regards to the names and acronyms of agencies that are responsible for ensuring the safety of seniors. Senior Living Terms and Definitions […]
Like most things, senior and assisted living facilities also evolve with the times and the ever-changing needs of their residents and those who are expected to live in them. Today’s changes are influenced by the baby boomers and their preferences for their future aged care accommodation. It’s not a surprise that assisted living home […]
Alzheimer’s disease is affecting more people, especially with the baby boomer population now in their later adulthood years. In fact, someone in the world develops dementia every three seconds and about 500,000 new cases of Alzheimer’s disease will be diagnosed in the United States this year. With these staggering statistics in mind, the need […]
Do you have questions regarding the benefits of Social Security when the time comes you need help? Do you ever wonder if this can pay for your needs for assisted living? In that case, you might be concerned about your future when you finally move to an assisted living facility. Retirement Income […]
Many people might may get confused about the difference between continuing care and independent living for seniors. Well, it is best to know about both senior housing options to be able to determine which one would suit the needs of your senior loved one. Continuing Care Retirement Communities These are retirement communities with accommodations […]
You know that you’re going to grow old. But you’ll never know when or if chronic illness might hit. This puts an emphasis on the importance of planning for long-term care. It’s important to have assisted living in mind even before you completely lose your mobility or that your sickness keeps you from living […]
Caring for a loved one suffering from a memory related problem can be challenging. Since they require constant care and a lot of patience – which can’t always be guaranteed at home, sending them to live in memory care facilities looks like the ideal solution. The Difference between Memory Care and Assisted Living […]
The idea of moving out of your home and into an independent living community can be overwhelming especially when you consider the various opinions that people may have about it. Besides that, you have to make major decisions or weigh a lot of options. So, it wouldn’t be surprising if one has reservations about it. […]
Many assisted living centers now have facilities for Alzheimer’s patients. These are centers that provide specialized care for elderly individuals who have memory-related issues. While looking after the health and welfare of such individuals is important, equally important is the medication they receive. Recently, a new study found that patients who suffered from both […]
There will come a time when your loved ones find it difficult to perform daily tasks. When this time comes, you have to make a decision regarding their long-term care. You have to make further considerations if your loved one requires a facility with memory care. When it comes to senior care with […]
