Mental health is an extremely important topic. It’s becoming much easier to talk about every day, but it hasn’t always been an openly-discussed topic. Many seniors, even though they may be struggling with mental health themselves, may find it complicated to discuss mental health with others. But whether they live in an assisted living community, […]
Questions to Ask When Looking for a Memory Care Facility
Trusting your loved one’s care to a memory care community may initially seem daunting. Many questions can go through your mind as you weigh the pros and cons of different communities. When touring a memory care community, asking staff about the services and amenities offered, safety and security, costs, staff training, and dining options is […]
10 Activities for Seniors with Limited Mobility
Look no further for engaging activities to stay fit and healthy with limited mobility! Seniors with limited mobility can explore many low-impact activities such as painting, drawing, listening to music, watching movies, socializing online, and even doing light exercises. Here are 10 enjoyable ideas that can help keep seniors entertained throughout their day. From chair […]
How Can Alzheimer’s Be Detected?
Watching your loved one go through the progressive stages of Alzheimer’s is disheartening, and it can seem like the symptoms come on fast. As seniors age, it’s easy to write off memory changes as a typical sign of getting older. The earliest signs of Alzheimer’s can be caught early if you recognize the symptoms. The […]
Top 5 Ways for Seniors to Stay Physically Active
Exercising is often one of the top 3 healthy habits that a senior can develop. Unfortunately, unless a person has been relatively active for most of their life, it can be hard to start getting active in their later years. The nice thing about physical activity for an aging adult is that it doesn’t need […]
What to Look for in a Memory Care Home
Finding a high-quality community is essential when caring for your loved ones into their later years. You’ll want to find a safe and experienced community that will be able to provide the care and attention your loved one needs. That’s where memory care comes in. Let’s explore what you should look for in a memory […]
When to Move From Assisted Living to Memory Care
Is your loved one beginning to show signs of dementia? As emotionally challenging as it is, it may be time to move them from Assisted Living to Memory Care. This decision carries much weight—it’s hard to admit when your loved one needs constant care so they can live as comfortably as possible. Every scenario will […]
When Should You Finalize Your Will?
Knowing when to finalize your will can be a difficult but incredibly important process. Here’s what you need to know when it comes to drafting and finalizing your will. Getting Started A will allows you to distribute property and assets to whomever you wish or to dispose of these things in the manner you choose. […]
How to Choose a Power of Attorney
Choosing a power of attorney can be a difficult process, but it’s an important part of lifetime planning and can help to protect your assets later in life. Here’s our guide to help you choose your power of attorney. What Is a Power of Attorney? Assigning a power of attorney is the act of appointing […]
Talking to Your Children About Assisted Living Care
Talking about assisted living care can be incredibly difficult, and although there are many resources for children looking to start the challenging conversation with their parents, the same cannot be said for proactive parents. Rather than waiting for your children to make the decision for you, we recommend that you start the conversation early so that you […]
