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It’s nearly impossible to take care of someone else if you’re not first taking care of your own mental and physical health. When your needs are taken care of, the person you’re caring for will benefit as well. It’s not uncommon for caregivers to experience sleep deprivation, poor eating habits,…
Moving into an assisted living facility can be great. It provides seniors with a community where they can come and go as they please while getting their needs taken care of. Food is prepared for them at each meal, aides are available to help, and even nurses are on…
Building a Strong Relationship with Your Caregiver How the Scents of Childhood Can Benefit Alzheimer’s Patients
“Technology trends” might not be the first thing that comes to mind when considering the future of senior living communities. But as in almost every other industry, technological shifts both large and small will continue to impact senior and assisted living facilities. Here are some of the top technologies impacting…
by: Jim Vogel If you or a loved one needed a nursing home next week, would you know how to pay for it? Planning for long-term care is important. However, too many people fail to talk about it with their loved ones in advance and end up without a plan when…
Respite Care: 8 Frequently Asked Questions Is It Really Better to Get Post-Acute Care at Home? Long Distance Caregiving: Assessing Needs Misleading Information for Consumers
Elder abuse is a reality for 1 in 10 American seniors. Researchers estimate that people only report 1 in 14 cases. Family, friends, and caregivers are all possible perpetrators of elderly abuse towards seniors living at home. While not a new occurrence, researchers expect elder abuse reporting to increase along with…
Building Your Care Team Top 20 Cities for LGBTQ-Friendly Retirement in 2019 What is Gerontology and Geriatrics? How to Save (and Earn!) Money During Retirement
by: James Fleming The ever-growing cost of healthcare is rarely more prevalent than in the price tag associated with home medical equipment. If you are in need and looking to save money, don’t miss this quick guide: What is Durable Medical Equipment? Often referred to by its acronym, DME, durable…
How to Prevent Caregiver Stress 7 Essential Do’s and Don’ts for People Caring for Caregivers Resources to Reduce the Stress of Moving to a CCRC Alzheimer’s Daily Care Plan