When is Home Care Not Enough? 5 Signs to Look For

The number of family caregivers in the United States is growing, according to the AARP report, “Caregiving in the U.S. 2020.” As many as 53 million...

Activities to Stimulate the Brain of a Loved One with Alzheimer's

by Kristin Ganton | Feb 23, 2021 | memory care, alzheimers

Memories are precious at any age, but for seniors, memories are priceless. So, when Alzheimer’s is diagnosed, the first thing many people worry about is...

Managing Dental Hygiene for Seniors in Memory Care

The onset of memory loss may at first bring about small changes in a loved one’s behavior, but over time, these changes become more pronounced. As memory...

6 Ways to Tell Friends and Family About a Dementia Diagnosis

One of the tasks you’ll have to face not long after your loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or dementia is telling family and close friends. Not...

Advantages of Being in a Senior Living Community at this Time

As the coronavirus took hold in the United States, senior living communities ramped up preparations to protect their residents. In compliance with state...

Brain Games and Exercises for Seniors to Do at Home

There’s an old saying, “use it or lose it” and when it comes to keeping the mind sharp and agile, many experts agree, the more we challenge our brains,...

10 Ways to Reduce Stress as You Age

Stress is considered a part of everyday life, something everyone just has to deal with. But stress can also become a hazard to health and happiness,...

Best Holiday Gifts for Parents in Assisted Living

As the holidays approach, it’s time again to make a list and check it twice to be sure you choose the best gift for your senior in assisted living. From...

Senior Living and Assisted Living Terms to Know

Navigating the path through senior living — for yourself or a loved one — can be tricky, but knowing the terminology will make it much easier. From...

Diet and Dementia: Experts Agree, What You Eat Matters

Dementia is one of the most insidious conditions afflicting humanity — people of every race in every country around the world. As we age, dementia becomes...

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