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This is our collection of content for professionals in the health care field. These articles provide valuable information on essential subjects where we can help people and patients in your care make transitions more easily.
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Consider These Factors When Choosing a Nursing Home
Older adults and their family members have multiple solutions to choose from when it comes to short- and long-term support. For some seniors, a nursing home, also referred to as a skilled nursing facility or SNF, provides the acute clinical care they need to stay healthy and safe. If your loved one could benefit from […]
6 Expert Tips for Touring Senior Care Facilities
Selecting the right senior care facility for yourself or a loved one is a large task. You’re making a decision that will impact where you live, the care you get, and the money you need to spend. With the right approach, you can make the process as simple as possible and feel confident that you’re […]
4 Must-Do Tasks To Get Settled in Assisted Living
Moving to assisted living can be exciting, as there are many benefits. Caregivers are there to provide much-needed support, delicious meals are prepared for you and served in a social dining room, and there are friendly neighbors around each corner. But a move isn’t all excitement and friendships; there is a lot of anxiety and […]
Assisted Living Moving Day: What To Expect
As the move to assisted living approaches, it is common to feel mixed emotions. You might feel a sense of peace in knowing your loved one will have access to 24-hour care and many socialization opportunities, while your loved one might be nervous about meeting new friends and getting acclimated to a new home or […]
What To Pack When Moving to Assisted Living
Moving to assisted living can be both physically and emotionally challenging. For many, the move is a downsize to a smaller, more manageable space after decades of creating and maintaining a home. With the amenities and features the community offers, it can be difficult to identify what you need to bring to maximize and personalize […]
How In-Home Care Services Help Seniors
As individuals age, performing daily activities that once took minimal time and effort can become far from routine. Regular, everyday tasks, such as cooking, cleaning, and personal hygiene, may become more difficult for aging-in-place seniors to manage. When that happens, professional in-home caregivers can step in and significantly improve the lives of older adults, empowering […]
When Should a Senior With Parkinson’s Disease Move to Assisted Living?
Many people with Parkinson’s disease will be able to remain at home for an extended period, but others may require increasing care and eventually move to assisted living. Familiarizing yourself with the stages of Parkinson’s can give you an idea of what kind of care the individual may need, including the support one can find […]
The Importance of Being Proactive About Senior Care
There’s more to retirement planning than financial projections and savings accounts. Having frank conversations with loved ones about expectations and preferences for senior care and support should also be a part of any retirement plan. The right conversations and planning can not only guide your family members as they advocate for your wishes but also […]
Age in Place or Move to Senior Living? How To Decide
While some seniors choose to age in place, others may decide that moving to a senior living facility or community is a better option to get the care they need. There’s no one-size-fits-all solution, as each senior’s circumstances and preferences are unique. Read on to explore the pros and cons of each and other considerations […]
Is Assisted Living or Home Care the Right Choice?
While most seniors would prefer to age in place in their current homes for as long as possible, over 70% will require long-term care within their lifetimes. When planning for their future needs, older adults may consider assisted living and home care, two popular senior care options. While both share many similarities, they are also […]