If you’ve got a loved one among the seven million Americans who suffer from Alzheimer’s and dementia, you don’t need us to explain the difficulties for your family. Caring for someone with cognitive issues can be stressful and it never gets easier. If you don’t have the tools and expertise to deal with the unique…
How do you ensure your aging loved one receives the best possible care? What qualities should you look for in a personal care assistant for seniors? As our loved ones age, finding the right support becomes crucial to their well-being and quality of life. A personal care assistant can make all the difference, providing not…
Aging looks different for every senior. The type of care you need and the time in your life when you need it most will depend on factors like temporary and chronic health conditions, as well as personal preference. There is an almost 70% chance that adults over the age of 65 will need some form…
After years of living independently in a family home, you or your loved one has decided to move into an assisted living community. The decision, though necessary, brings a sense of apprehension. The familiar surroundings of your old home, the well-known neighborhood, and the daily routines are now being replaced by a new setting that…
Your parents, understandably, want to keep their independence for as long as possible. Often, you can delay the move into assisted living. But sometimes, there are signs your loved ones should begin looking at retirement community options. For example, you’ve noticed they’re having issues getting groceries. Other cues will tell you that assisted living services…
Of New Jersey’s population of nine million people, around 17% are over the age of 65, making assisted living communities an important part of the state’s healthcare landscape. If your loved one is starting to show signs of advanced age, it might be time to consider assisted living. These communities are in place to help…
Is planning for a transition to assisted living keeping you up at night? Are you feeling lost about what you’ll need to pay for, and how to budget the move? Join us as we take a closer into the various costs of transitioning to assisted living. We’ll talk about everything from initial fees to monthly…
The transition to assisted living is a significant milestone in a senior’s life, often marked by a mix of emotions and challenges. For many, it represents leaving behind a familiar home filled with decades of memories and stepping into a new chapter of life. This change can be overwhelming, bringing feelings of uncertainty, anxiety, and…
According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, millions of adults in the United States over the age of 65 end up hospitalized due to a product-related fall. In many of these cases, the fall led to serious injury or death. As a senior citizen, a fall in your own home with no one around could…
Around 2% of the senior population in the U.S. resides in assisted living communities. Elderly assisted living plays an important role in providing a supportive environment. The benefits of assisted living for seniors are numerous and help seniors live comfortably, securely, and with dignity. These assisted living advantages ensure the safety, health, and social well-being…