A report from the 2015-2016 year showed there were about 811,500 Americans living in some form of a senior community. There were 28,900 care communities housing 996,100 licensed beds. What does this mean for you or your loved one? If you are living in a senior community for the first time—or are moving a loved one into a senior […]
Did you know that about 800,000 seniors live in an assisted living facility? When you know it’s time to get some assistance, many seniors and their families consider assisted living. If you’re considering assisted living for you or a loved one, you came to the right place. Read on to learn about many of the benefits […]
Adjusting to an assisted living community may be difficult—for some, harder than others. If your mom or dad is new to a senior living or memory care facility, you may be concerned about their happiness and ability to thrive there. This point is especially true now, as we battle changes happening in the world due […]
Did you know there are more than 29,000 senior care facilities in America? It’s great to hear you have options. Choosing the right one depends on several factors, and doing so will help you achieve peace of mind when handling the future of a loved one. But knowing how to choose a senior community isn’t always clear. Especially […]
There are around 50 million people that have dementia across the world. This syndrome involves the deterioration of cognitive function as well as motivation, social behavior, and emotional control. Taking care of someone who has dementia can be incredibly challenging and taxing task. Let’s take a look at 10 senior caregiving tips for when your […]
Did you know: approximately 30% of those aged over 65 in the U.S.A tend to report having done no physical activities in the past 30 days? This is concerning because physical activities amongst others are needed to keep the brain active and functioning well. So what is an example of a good activity for seniors […]
Did you know that about 65 percent of older adults face malnourishment? It’s not uncommon for seniors to neglect their nutrition as they get older. Sometimes, not having many people to cook for can make seniors less motivated to care about what they eat. If you’re worried about your nutrition or a senior family member, […]
Making the decision to move to senior living can be stressful and emotionally taxing. To minimize these negative side effects, it is important to understand the difference between assisted living and independent living communities. There are a few common misconceptions about the different kinds of senior living options available, so eliminating confusion as possible will result […]