Entries by Oxbow Author

5 Healthy Brain Exercises to Delay Memory Loss or Dementia

Someone in the world will develop dementia every 3 seconds, so it’s no surprise that the number of people living with the condition is expected to reach 152 million by 2050. But while dementia still baffles medical experts, any memory care facilitator would agree that embracing these five healthy brain exercises would help delay memory […]

Is Respite Care Provided in a Senior Living Center?

With such a high demand for elderly care, there has been a huge growth in the number of options for seniors to enjoy the latter years of their lives. Some prefer to stay at home with family while others go to a senior living center due to their need for specialized care due to sickness […]

The Five Things All Facilities for Alzheimer’s Should Provide

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 […]

Social Security Pay For Assisted Living through Supplements

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 […]

Continuing Care vs Independent Living for Senior Housing Options

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 […]

Planning for Long-Term Care in Advance

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 […]

Uncovering the Truth about the Common Myths of Independent 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. […]