Need a Break? Consider Respite Care in Jackson

Being a caregiver to an ill or incapacitated loved one may sound like a mission of mercy at first, something you want to do simply because you care so...

9 Ways to Manage Alzheimer’s, Dementia and Wandering

Alzheimer’s Disease and dementia are common occurrences among aging adults – but that doesn’t make dealing with them any easier.

Having a loved one fall...

How to Know When it’s Time for a Parent to Stop Driving

If you’re worried about your aging parent operating their vehicle – or worse, finally taking those keys away – you’re not alone. Most adult children...

Signs It's Time for Assisted Living

Deciding to move your aging loved one to an assisted living facility or nursing home is never easy. But often, it’s the best (and sometimes only) way to...

What to Consider When Choosing a Short-term Rehab Stay

by Kristin Ganton | Mar 30, 2018 | respite care, Rehab

Easing the Transition to Assisted Living

Moving your loved one to an assisted living facility can be hard – mentally, physically and emotionally.

Not only are you dealing with your own thoughts...

Steps You Can Take to Plan for Long-term Care

No matter what age you are, it’s never too early to start planning for your elder years.

Doing so puts you in the driver’s seat and gives you control...

Tips for Hiring an In-home Care Provider

There are many care options as your loved ones age.

For those with serious health issues, a nursing facility or memory care center may be best, while...

Caring for Your 5 Senses = Quality of Life

Losing use of your senses – any of them – can have serious deleterious effects on your health. Not only do you live without taste, smell, sight or the...

When Respite Care is the Perfect Solution

What is Respite Care?

Respite care refers to a commitment-free, temporary stay in a Senior Retirement Community. This usually is in an Assisted Living or...

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