Physical activities are vital regardless of age. Keeping an active lifestyle as you age is more important to maintain a healthy body and mind. Whether you are in an assisted living facility, senior housing, or at home, staying active and keeping a physical routine can aid in slowing down age-related cognitive diseases at the same […]
Did you know that aromatherapy can help relieve stress for both seniors and caregivers in memory assisted living? It can be quite difficult to be a caregiver to care for an older adult. But undeniably so, it is also difficult to be the older adult with a declining body and mind. Aromatherapy as stress […]
The coronavirus pandemic has indeed taken its toll on the entire world, and even more so on the senior living communities. But there are still a lot of good things to be thankful for. In assisted living facilities, caretakers and staff have gone above and beyond in the service of the elderly and their families. […]
The impacts of age-related illnesses like dementia and Alzheimer’s cannot be felt immediately. The signs and symptoms only progress over a period, making it difficult when to decide if memory assisted living is needed. Denial and the guilt feeling of putting a loved one in a memory care facility add to the challenge of how […]
The coronavirus pandemic has caused fear, anxiety, and depression to much of the world’s population. This pandemic forced us to be away from our friends, families and our sickly and aging loved ones. COVID-19 created even more challenges for elderly adults with underlying health conditions including those with dementia. Challenges in memory assisted living […]
Alzheimer’s disease affects more than 5 million Americans with 1 in 3 dying from this debilitating condition or another form of dementia. It makes Alzheimer’s the 6th leading cause of death in the country. This year, the country is expected to spend up to $1 trillion for Alzheimer’s care including memory assisted living and that […]
Having someone in the family with Alzheimer’s is hard. Throughout their medical condition, communication becomes more difficult, especially if they’re in assisted living. Due to memory loss and behavioral changes, it takes more patience and understanding when visiting a loved one. Here are some of the tips to consider when visiting loved ones in […]
Aging is inevitable and when that time comes, you would probably have one question in mind: how do you qualify for assisted living? This form of living arrangement is one of the best options that you can find today, so it’s very important to learn about what exactly is assisted living and what the qualifications […]
Many families are faced with the challenge of finding an independent living for seniors facility that provides the necessary care for their aging family members. Some may find the task to be daunting considering the requirements of services and amenities. Finding independent living solutions should match your parents’ or family members’ lifestyle, budget, and needs. Finding […]
Here’s an unfortunate fact: between 2000 and 2018, deaths caused by HIV, heart disease and stroke have decreased significantly while those from Alzheimer’s disease increased by 146.2%. One of the biggest fears equated with aging is dementia and eventually, Alzheimer’s that has taken the lives of millions of elderly patients around the world. This is […]
