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This is our collection of content for professionals related to, but not part of, the healthcare 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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3 Mental Health Benefits of Moving to Senior Living
Senior living communities provide more than just a place to reside: They also enhance the mental and emotional well-being of residents. The engaging activities, social connections, and consistently available care at these communities can significantly support and uplift your loved one’s mental health. Understanding these mental health benefits is essential for family members as they […]
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 […]
5 Ways Memory Care Communities Differ From Other Types of Senior Living
Seniors with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia face unique challenges to their health and wellness. Cognitive decline comes with confusion, restlessness, lapses in judgment, and other symptoms that can make living at home alone dangerous. Senior living communities offer a safer alternative, but they are not all the same. Memory care communities are […]
Sundowning in Assisted Living: How Communities Help Residents Cope
Assisted living communities are designed to offer residents quick access to caregiver assistance, easy socialization with peers, and amenities that make meeting their wellness goals more convenient. For residents with Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia, assisted living communities, especially those with memory care programs, further enhance safety and comfort. Common dementia behaviors, including […]
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 […]
Finding a Skilled Nursing Facility for Short-Term Rehabilitation
Seniors who are hospitalized after an illness or accident don’t always return home immediately. Instead, their case manager may recommend a short-term stay in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) to help them recover further. Skilled nursing facilities provide crucial nursing services, including wound care, injections, and physical therapy, plus support with activities of daily living. […]
When Is It Time for Someone With Dementia To Move to Assisted Living?
If your loved one has received a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or another type of dementia, it can be overwhelming to know what to do next: Determining the kind of help and support they need can be challenging if they’re still in the early stage of the disease and seemingly able to live safely at […]
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 […]
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 […]