The number of people with diabetes in the U.S. alone has already reached a ratio of one out of four. Sadly, this case has been deemed to have no cure. That’s why people living with diabetes, particularly seniors, need to manage the disease as best as possible. Fortunately, managing it has now become easier even […]
Many seniors have the fear of going to a geriatric facility. There are those that are particularly wary of nursing homes. There are many reasons behind this. But more often than not it stems from the stigma that nursing homes have. There’s this thinking that it’s the place you go to when there’s […]
Making the decision to move aging loved ones to a senior or assisted living facility is never easy. The prospect of having one’s parents reside in a geriatric facility permanently can take its toll. Not all children or siblings want this for a beloved family member. There are physical, emotional, and financial adjustments that will […]
Independent living communities exist to provide active seniors who want/need to take less responsibility within their daily lives. This is a beneficial facility that would provide care for active seniors who need little or no assistance at all. Seniors who find themselves joining independent living communities simply wish to have an environment where […]
A senior living community encompasses various sectors of senior communities. Generally, it includes different types of senior housing and care facilities. Such would include assisted living, care homes, independent living, memory care, nursing homes, and retirement communities. Independent living is just a subheading for a specific type of senior living facility. Here are different senior […]
Assisted living facilities should give your loved ones the attention and care they truly deserve. Among the many services that they provide, senior housing makes sure to create meaningful activities for their patients. Daily Exercise You can expect a variety of exercise options aside from the wellness and health programs that assisted […]
There is a significant amount of recent cases and stories that show assisted living facilities can provide a better and more holistic level of care for residents than home health care and nursing homes. The facilities are so successful because they provide a well-rounded system of care and make residents feel like they […]
It is common to provide a convenient living space for people who are undergoing a progression into Alzheimer’s disease, including other forms of dementia. So, it is best to consider the level of care that patients will receive when families are seeking to choose an assisted living facility. This is where memory care […]
When it comes to taking care of your loved ones who need special care, there is nothing better than nursing homes. This is because of the improved standards driven by government regulations as well as consumer pressure. These facilities are high-quality institutions that are well regulated. This is because they are intended for […]
It would be fair to discuss the difference between assisted living and memory care. It doesn’t mean that there is a fine line between these two terms, but it may seem appropriate to get familiar with them first. Assisted Living For seniors, assisted living provides them with help through daily life activities […]
