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Senior Care
Senior care services or interventions can promote older adults’ independence and quality of life and help the age group manage age-related health challenges. Senior care often begins with preventive measures to minimize the risk of illness and injury, and it continues through late adulthood in the long-term and health care services that help maintain health and independence.
These resources address various aspects of physical health, emotional and mental well-being, and long-term care services that can help optimize the quality of life for older adults as they age.
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 […]
When To Move From Assisted Living to Memory Care
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, […]
Who Typically Lives in Assisted Living? Assisted Living Resident Profile
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 […]
Social and Recreational Activities in Senior Living
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
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 […]
Benefits of Short-Term Rehab at a Skilled Nursing Facility
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 […]
Medication Services in Senior Living: Support Options and What To Know
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 […]
Your Home Health Care Has Ended: What’s Next?
For many older adults, home health care plays a crucial role in recovery after an illness, injury, or surgery. It can act as a bridge between a hospital or skilled nursing visit and caring for oneself. It’s also a way for homebound people to get the support they need. However, home health care is usually […]
Senior Living Dining Options and Nutrition Support: 4 Facts You Need To Know
Dining options in senior living facilities can significantly improve your quality of life and overall satisfaction with your living environment. Access to not only good-tasting food but also food that meets your nutritional and dietary needs is important. The food and dining options available in senior living facilities have evolved as more older adults seek […]
“My Parent Is Resisting Home Health Care”: What To Do
Health challenges are common later in life. About 90% of adults age 65 or older live with at least one chronic condition, and around 40% of hospitalizations involve older adults. The right medical support can improve recovery after a hospital stay, surgery, or illness. Home health care services can be used after a hospitalization and […]