If you’re comparing costs with various assisted living communities, keep in mind it’s a complex comparison. Some intangible benefits are hard to price. With the United States edging toward becoming an older population, conversations about long-term care will become ever more critical. Naturally, price is a chief concern among family members and their senior loved [...]
Our sense of smell is more powerful than we know. One way of managing mood changes for people with Alzheimer’s is to make use of different scents. If you’ve ever felt transported by the scent of pumpkin pie or fall leaves, then you know the power of scent. Or if you’ve ever lit a lavender [...]
When preparing for a move to senior living, the first step is managing expectations. Here are some tips for helping a senior loved one with the transition. As you probably already know, moving to senior living is a process. It begins with a conversation, followed by the search for the right community. Finally, there’s making [...]
It’s National Social Wellness Month. Did you know being social improves your health? Here are some of the ways being around others is good for you. As human beings, most of us are programmed to be social. That doesn’t change as we age either. That’s why, for seniors, staying social is crucial to good health. [...]
A feeling of community is essential in assisted living. Here’s what you can do to help create one. How do you define “community”? The best care occurs when a strong network of people work together. If you think about it, that’s one way to define the word “community.” In assisted living, family members are considered [...]
Memory loss isn’t the only sign of Alzheimer’s. Nor is it always the first symptom to appear. Here are some early signs of Alzheimer’s you may not know about. Memory loss is the hallmark of Alzheimer’s disease. However, it’s not always the first symptom to appear, say scientists. Other early signs of Alzheimer’s may appear [...]
Talking to a loved one about senior living can be a tough conversation to have. Here’s some advice on preparing for a healthy discussion. Throughout your life, there are times when you are forced to have difficult discussions. Talking to a loved one about moving to senior living is one of those times. Some adult [...]
What is it about the Greatest Generation that’s so different? In this article, we examine how this generation got that name. They say it’s the hardships of life that form our true character. If that’s true, then Americans who were born between the two World Wars have certainly earned their character badges. For this, we [...]
Do you know about an important benefit for veterans? It’s called the Aid & Attendance Benefit and it may help your loved one pay for assisted living. Veterans of war sometimes return home to completely changed environments. Some may even suffer trauma as a result of their dedication and patriotism. Recognizing the sacrifices they’ve made [...]
Caregiver guilt is normal. Here’s advice for how to handle it in a healthy, positive way so both you and your senior loved one can enjoy spending time together. It’s amazing that, amidst a population who does so much for others, you will find so much guilt. We’re talking about the family caregiver community who [...]
