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…
For older persons, Alzheimer’s disease is the most typical type of dementia. Dementia is a degenerative brain condition that causes a person to gradually lose their ability to think, recall, and reason as well as their behavioral skills to the point that it interferes with their everyday activities. The person may become less able to…
We are aware of the difficulty in locating the ideal community and memory care community for your loved one. There must be many questions on your mind. One frequently asked question that we see is “Is memory care more expensive than assisted living?” The article will answer this question as we explore the cost of…
Clinton, located at the intersection of the Natchez Trace and the Old Vicksburg Road, grew rapidly in 1823. Over time, Clinton grew to house over 40 enterprises and professional offices, as well as one of the country’s largest cotton gins. Today, Clinton is a Mississippi Main Street City and one of the most pleasant places…
A big step in anyone’s life is relocating to a living community. You could have to deal with financial issues in addition to your new living circumstances and environment. The good news is that living charges are different from home care costs in that they cover almost everything, including rent, amenities, food, cleaning and maintenance…
Are you worried that you or a family member may be taking too many prescription drugs and medication? Many of our loved ones share their concerns and annoyances about taking their medications. These consist of: • The difficulty of needing to take so many medicines • Fear of negative effects • Frustration with the price…
Some degree of incontinence frequently comes with becoming older. When incontinence becomes too severe, adult diapers may be the best alternative for your loved one. Unfortunately, just the phrase “adult diapers” is enough to turn anyone off. How can you persuade them that this is a wise decision? Just like how many have trouble convincing…
For older people moving to that region, it may boil down to which retirement community offers pet-friendly housing. According to a national poll on healthy aging, more than 50% of persons between the ages of 50 and 80 keep a pet. The majority of individuals have cats and dogs with the remainder owning fish or other…
One of the biggest obstacles for our loved ones and families is comprehending the financial elements of senior living. For the uninformed, simply sorting financial reality from fantasy might take up their whole day. Learning more about how to pay for care before starting your senior living journey will help you move forward with less…
Many of our loved ones believe that because they are still in good health, independent, and active, they wouldn’t appreciate senior living. In actuality, though, that is the ideal time to transition to independent life. You’ll be able to take advantage of all the benefits, such as maintenance-free living, and enjoy life in the neighborhood.…