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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 To Involve Your Loved One in Moving to Assisted Living
If you’ve noticed that your aging loved one could use a little extra help in order to stay healthy, you may feel anxious about bringing up assisted living and unsure of how they will feel about it. In many cases, though, a senior who is struggling at home alone will likely understand that a little […]
Common Misconceptions About Assisted Living
Assisted living is one of the most common types of senior community options. In fact, there are more than 32,000 assisted living communities in the United States serving more than 1 million seniors nationwide. However, while these communities are common, most people don’t know a lot about them until their senior loved one needs some […]
Assisted Living vs. Nursing Home: Which One Do You Need?
Assisted living facilities and nursing homes are two types of senior care that people often confuse. If you’re looking for a senior living solution that best meets your needs, how can you know which one is right for you? Here, we describe each care type and offer expert insights that can help you consider which […]
What To Bring to Memory Care
Memory care can be a crucial service for people with dementia, offering a safe and supportive environment with skilled staff members and engaging activities. However, the initial transition to memory care can be overwhelming, especially for people in the later stages of dementia. Choosing the right items to bring to memory care can make a […]
Why Families Choose Memory Care for Their Loved Ones
Choosing memory care can sometimes feel like a failure, as if families should be providing 24/7 care for the duration of their loved one’s life. Yet such feelings are primarily the result of caregiver guilt and unreasonable expectations. In practice, memory care offers benefits and can be a lifesaver for people with dementia and their […]
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 […]
16 Veterans Benefits, Programs, and Services for Seniors
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers several programs and services to help Veterans access the long-term care they need. From financial assistance programs to residential living options and services and programs that help Veterans who live at home, VA aims to support U.S. military Veterans in living comfortably and accessing the care they […]
These 3 Experts Help Seniors With Long-Term Care Options
Older adults can seek financial guidance from a range of well-known types of professionals, but when it comes to making long-term care decisions, it can be difficult to know who can help. The senior care services a person needs and can receive are greatly influenced by their health conditions, their health insurance coverage, community resources […]
Experts Seniors Need for Long-Term Care Planning
[Last updated September 30, 2024] With increased health considerations, evolving medical conditions, complicated financial matters, and the need for long-term care planning, seniors’ lives can be anything but simple. Spouses and family members often step in to help where possible, but managing care and decisions not only can be time-consuming but also may require expert […]
Understanding Hospice Care: Myths, Services, and Choosing the Right Provider
Hospice care is a medical care designed to provide comfort and support to individuals facing terminal illnesses. Despite its importance, there are many misconceptions about hospice care. This blog aims to clarify what hospice care is, dispel common myths, outline the services provided, and offer guidance on choosing the right hospice provider. What is Hospice […]