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Types of Senior Care, Explained
As people age, their ability to care for themselves often decreases. Someone who was once vibrant and fully independent may find themselves needing help with tasks like cooking, cleaning, and even using the toilet. Thankfully, there are many senior care options, enough to meet every set of needs. This article will guide you through the types […]
When To Move From Assisted Living to a Nursing Home
Assisted living communities can be the perfect fit for many seniors. They offer a variety of engaging activities and opportunities for social connection, while attentive staff help with daily needs. Such communities can feel much like home. However, around 60% of residents eventually need to transition out of assisted living to a nursing home. This […]
5 Steps To Help a Parent Get Care After a Hospital Visit
When your loved one is in the hospital, for either a planned procedure or an unplanned emergency, it is easy to become inundated with information. Not only are you trying to keep track of how your loved one is feeling and recovering, but you are also in communication with their physician, surgeon, therapists, and nursing […]
Questions To Ask During Senior Care Plan Reviews
Care plan reviews are one of the most important touchpoints between families and a senior living community, whether your loved one resides in assisted living, memory care, or a nursing home. These meetings help ensure that the community understands your family member’s needs and that the care provided continues to reflect those needs over time. […]
What To Do If Your Parent Struggles To Adjust to Senior Living
It can take time for your loved one to settle into their new home in senior living, but what happens if they’re not adjusting as easily as you anticipated? While a move to a new home is a huge transition for anyone, most people will acclimate in a few weeks. But if your loved one […]
How Do I Know My Parent Is Receiving Quality Care in Senior Living?
When your loved one moves to their new senior living home, you might feel relief in knowing they are safe and cared for. However, you’ll also naturally take a step back from a caregiver role and need to adjust to this feeling of not having as much oversight and control over the day-to-day happenings in […]