Everything You Should Know About Senior Living Communities
According to Statista, almost 7% of the population of older adults in the United States requires personal care from other individuals, usually in the form of meal preparation, transportation, and assistance with personal grooming. This is where senior living communities come in. Keep reading to learn everything you need to know about senior living communities. […]
The Benefits of Senior Living Communities
As people age, they often face new challenges. Their children may have left home, and their network of friends may have shrunk. They may also find that their home is no longer as comfortable or practical as it once was. Moving to a senior living community can be the perfect solution for many seniors. But […]
Why Might Your Loved One Need Assisted Living?
You’ve been debating assisted living care for your loved one for a while now and are still on the fence. There are many times when you don’t have much choice but to get this kind of care for your loved one. Understanding this situation (including what can be temporary help types) may make this decision […]
3 Things To Know Before You Hire a Nursing Home Service
Your parents or grandparents are getting older and are struggling to take care of themselves at home. They’re interested in a nursing home service to help expand their independence and minimize personal issues. Before hiring these individuals to come and help your family members, it is important to understand a few factors. 1. Service Methods […]
Can an Assisted Living Facility Help Your Loved Ones With Daily Activities?
It can be incredibly difficult to watch your loved one adjust to a world in which they are less mobile, or perhaps less lucid than they once were. Yet for many senior citizens, this is a reality. While living with these challenges is difficult for everyone, there is an additional layer of difficulty for those […]
4 Ways Assisted Living Can Improve Your Loved One’s Life
Assisted living is a viable option for many seniors who need extra care (anyone over 65 has a 70% chance of needing long-term care). It’s an idea that can be scary to consider, but it can also be the best decision you ever make. Here are four ways assisted living can improve the quality […]
Helping Your Loved One Thrive in Their Assisted Living Facility
Moving to an assisted living facility is a major transition, and understandably a lot of people have significant concerns about doing so. Additionally, it’s okay if you as the loved one of someone moving to an assisted living facility have individual concerns. An assisted living facility can mark the beginning of a greater transition for […]
How to Help Your Loved One Transition to Senior Living
Senior living is something that a lot of us will have to deal with at some point in our lives. While many people want to stay at home for as long as possible, this isn’t always a realistic option. This is especially true when your loved one is dealing with illness or injury as they […]
Serving Seniors in Quarantine: Meal Delivery Dos & Don’ts
As the coronavirus pandemic has people hunkering down and staying safe at home, mealtime has become a burden to many. The anxiety of visiting a grocery store to fight the crowds, deal with the risk of coming into close contact with others all while facing the disappointment of empty shelves, it’s no wonder meal planning […]
3 Questions to Ask When Looking for Assisted Living from a Distance
The coronavirus pandemic has changed the way we function in daily life. From grocery shopping to visiting loved ones, people have implemented creative methods to say safe during normal daily activities. The world may feel as if the pause button has been hit, but that doesn’t mean your aging loved one’s needs have changed. Your […]