Assisted living communities are often the first step for seniors who can’t live alone anymore. Through assisted living, residents get support with daily tasks, allowing them to fully enjoy the activities and social life of the community. This type of senior living can also be helpful to people in the early stages of dementia. However, […]
More than 32,000 assisted living communities across the United States are home to older adults. Although assisted living is a common option for seniors, they may wonder what their potential neighbors would be like if they moved into a community near them. In this article, we will review common demographic, personal care needs, and health […]
Senior living communities provide comfortable, safe living environments for older adults, but they also offer the opportunity for an active, vibrant lifestyle. Staying active and social is important for older adults’ well-being, so these communities offer a wide range of opportunities designed to keep residents both physically and mentally engaged, including book clubs, game nights, […]
Housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance services in senior living are helpful and convenient, and they even help seniors remain independent. These services take care of routine chores so residents can enjoy a safer, simpler, more relaxed lifestyle. It’s important to know that services vary among independent living, assisted living, nursing homes, and memory care, not to […]
There are many reasons a doctor may recommend short-term rehab in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) following a hospitalization. Between 30% and 60% of older adults experience a decline in their function even after a short hospital stay. Short-term rehab can be a way to regain strength and function while reducing the risk of long-term […]
Medications become increasingly important as people age, given the higher likelihood of health problems. Seniors may end up with multiple chronic conditions, which then leads to many medications and complex medication schedules. Taking the proper medication at the right time can be tricky, especially for seniors with poor memory or dementia symptoms. Fortunately, most senior […]