Independent living for those in their golden years is growing increasingly popular and with good reason. Not only does it provide residents with a sense of independence and autonomy, but it can also offer peace of mind when it comes to internet safety. In fact, here are some ways independent living for seniors in Pearl,…
If you’re facing the challenge of caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s, dementia or another cognitive impairment, you may have questions about how to choose an assisted living community and what services they offer. When it comes to memory care, there is so much more than just providing a safe environment and helping residents stay active.…
Seniors seek a certain degree of privacy. Residents have the right to privacy if they desire it, and communities must attend to those needs. Here are tips to understand your privacy rights as a Gretna, LA, senior assisted living resident. What Rights Seniors Hold Several of your protections and rights as a nursing home resident…
When a loved one is living with dementia, it’s natural to want them to be near you. You may have heard about memory care in Laplace, LA, and wonder if it would be the best option for your loved one. If you’re considering a move to a memory care community, here are some financial considerations that…
There will come a time when the number of older adults in the country will outnumber the younger generation by over a million. With this number, you will see a clearer picture of how things will change in the future, including the decision to transition into a retirement community when the right time comes. As…
Retirement communities come in all shapes and sizes, but they all have one important thing in common: the goal of providing a safe and comfortable place for residents to live. For many people, this means that retirement communities are a great place to prevent prescription drug abuse. In this article, we will discuss five strategies…
For a person suffering from dementia, their physical surroundings are crucial. They can continue to be as secure, at ease, and autonomous as they can. A setting that is dementia-friendly can assist the individual in settling in at home and encourage participation in and enjoyment of routine activities. The individual who is experiencing issues with…
It is a difficult task to recognize and acknowledge that your loved one requires round-the-clock memory care. But beyond that, a more difficult task would be to actually move your loved one into a memory care community and have a conversation with them about it. While the road ahead may look challenging, you can take…
Even as the number of Americans aged 60 and more increases in the United States, our loved ones continue to face ageism. From combating unfavorable stereotypes in the media to dealing with employment inequity, many persons 60 and older are all too frequently victims of ageism. Ageism, as defined by the World Health Organization as…
If you have a loved one who’s looking for a new retirement community, it can be confusing to sift through all the options: they have to be fun and engaging in order to attract new residents. The good news is that there are some great communities out there, as long as you know what to…