At some point, your parents or aging loved ones will reach a time in their lives in which they’ll likely need some special care. Perhaps along with your other personal, professional, and family responsibilities, you may not be able to provide your elderly loved ones with the attention they need. This is where the topic […]
Assisted Living
Never Say Never – Why Adult Children Can’t Always Keep The Promises They Make
It’s a common story. Adult children often promise to support their parents, to help ensure the parent will be able to age safely in their own home. This promise is made with the best intentions. Putting an aging parent in assisted living or a nursing home feels like abandonment. Even thinking about doing so might […]
Pros and Cons of Assisted Living
Assisted living. To many seniors, this sounds like a terrifying idea. Most would much prefer to age in their own home. And yet, assisted living often isn’t as bad as it sounds. There are plenty of pros and cons of assisted living, which can strongly influence your experience. In fact, many people find that assisted […]
Where Will You Live When You Retire? Senior Housing Options and What They Mean
Where will you live when you retire? It’s a serious question and not one to be taken lightly. After all, there are many senior housing options For many people, the answer is simple – staying at home. Living in a familiar environment certainly has its advantages. You might not want to give up the home […]
How Caregivers And Dementia Patients Experienced The Coronavirus Crisis
In this post, we’re taking a close look at some of the current challenges, along with their implications for caregivers, seniors, and their families. Then, we highlight some approaches that may help with the various issues, touching on experiences from real caregivers along the way.
Finding the Assisted in Assisted Living
Many caregivers turn to assisted living as a way to support family members and reduce their own workload. The facilities are also the right choice in many situations. Even so, they aren’t always what people expect.