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Easy Activities To Try During Visits with Your Loved One
If you’re visiting your senior loved one, especially if you don’t get to do so often, you probably want to make the most out of your time together. You might be wondering about the different things you can do to make your visit fun for both you and your loved one, and if so, you’ve…
Spending Valuable Time with Your Senior Loved One
When a loved one has moved into a senior community, or you just don’t get to see them as often as you’d like, you might worry about the time you spend together. Of course, you want your visits with your loved one to be meaningful and special, so it’s understandable that you’re putting a great…
How to Reduce Fall Risks
For younger people, the occasional fall isn’t usually a big deal, but for seniors or family members who are on the frail side, falls can cause serious injuries. To prevent fall-related injuries, it’s crucial to reduce fall risks in your loved one’s home. Here are four ways to drastically reduce the fall risks at home….
Is Assisted Living Right for Your Loved One?
If you’re worried about a loved one living alone (whether a senior or special-needs adult), you may have looked into different options for care provision and housing. As such, you may have heard about assisted living and wondered if it might be the right option for your family member. Let’s cover the basics of assisted…
Anti-Inflammatory Foods for Those with Arthritis
Arthritis-induced inflammation can greatly decrease an individual’s quality of life. As such, many people who suffer from this health condition want to do everything they can to reduce the pain and stiffness they experience. In combination with medical treatments, patients with arthritis often find that dietary changes make a significant difference in the severity of…
Making the Most Out of Your Visiting Times with Loved Ones
Having a loved one who lives away from home can make frequent visits difficult. If you don’t get to see your loved one as often as you’d like, it’s understandable that you want to make the most out of the time you get to spend with them. While every family is different and certain health…
Coping with a Loved One’s Dementia
If you have a loved one who has recently been determined to have dementia, you’re likely struggling to cope with the news you’ve just received. It can be difficult to come to terms with such a cruel illness, but there are several steps you can take to make the coping process a little easier for…
Questions To Ask When Considering Assisted Living Communities
It can be overwhelming to find the right assisted living community to fit your loved one’s exact needs, especially if you’re embarking upon this journey for the first time. It’s a good idea to compile a list of questions to ask community representatives when interviewing different assisted living facilities for your loved one. If you’re…
The Difference Between Nursing Homes, Assisted Living, Senior Living, and Home Care
If you’re researching different care options for a senior loved one, you may have come across several terms that are difficult to tell apart. Below, we will cover the basics about nursing homes, assisted living facilities, senior living, and home care so that you can feel more informed about your loved one’s living arrangement. Nursing…
How Seniors Can Manage COVID-19 Stress & Anxiety
In times of uncertainty, it’s natural for almost everyone to experience some kind of stress or anxiety. It’s no wonder then that the current climate of COVID-19 has shown at-risk populations, including older adults and senior citizens, to have some of the highest levels of worry and distress. Although these sentiments are valid, they don’t…
Home Safety Tips For Loved Ones With Dementia
When caring for an individual who has Alzheimer’s, there are many precautionary measures that may be implemented to ensure their personal safety. If you currently live with a loved one who struggles from dementia, it’s crucial that you take proactive steps to minimize their risk of injury or other complications. Home safety is one of…
Common Questions About Assisted Living, Answered
As we go through the natural aging process, sometimes we need a little help. There’s nothing to lose and everything to gain from assisted living, especially for older adults who may be dealing with dementia or other age-related conditions. However, making the decision to move into an assisted living facility is not an easy task….