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When is it Time for Professional Senior Care?

June 28, 2018 | No Comments

As our parents get older, it becomes our responsibility to care for them. Ideally, we want them to remain in their own homes or living with the rest of the family, but there often comes a time when that’s no longer possible. While there’s no hard and fast rule to guide us toward making this decision, there are some indications to watch for that suggest that it may be time to consider assisted living alternatives. Your Elder Loved One Needs More Intensive Care This can often be the most obvious sign that a change is needed because it represents
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Getting Family to Help with Aging Parents

June 28, 2018 | No Comments

The role of a family caregiver is never easy, but it’s especially difficult when they don’t get the support they need from their family members. When one sibling takes on the majority of the caregiving responsibilities, other siblings may not understand the daily challenges they face. This can damage familial relationships, at a time when everyone should be coming together in aid of their aging parents. With a little communication, however, adult siblings can come to a harmonious caregiving arrangement. Time for a Family Meeting When broaching the subject of shared caregiving responsibilities, every sibling needs to be present and
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8 Low-Impact Summer Activities for Seniors

May 14, 2018 | No Comments

Being physically active is important regardless of your age. Physical activity keeps you physically healthy, emotionally sound, and mentally alert. Regular physical activity has been linked to a reduction in chronic illness and a fuller life as one gets older. Staying physically active can present a challenge for older individuals. Physical limitations may prevent them from engaging in high impact sports or activities. The summer heat presents a greater risk of heatstroke and dehydration for seniors. Low impact activities provide a stellar option for seniors who want to get at least 30 minutes of cardiovascular exercise throughout their day. Low
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The Elderly and Nutrition: Easy Shake Recipe for Seniors

November 18, 2016 | No Comments

As the human body gets older, it starts to lose key vitamins and minerals that keep it healthy and running like a well-oiled machine. Just because you get older, doesn’t mean that you have to stop caring about nutrition. You can even get all of the vitamins and minerals you need in food and drinks that are easy to consume and digest. With that in mind, you can make drinks that are easy to digest, really healthy, and tasty. Here is an example you can try out at home: Espresso Soy Milk Shake Nutritional Information: Calories: 290 Calories from fat:
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What Kinds of Assisted Living Care Options are Available?

September 30, 2016 | No Comments

Assisted living care options can vary greatly. In this article we will discuss your options to give your loved one the most appropriate care he or she may need. We start with a basic question: How much support does your senior need? There are communities, facilities, and programs available for every level of care. Senior Independent Living Communities These are designed for highly independent seniors who don’t have serious medical issues. Typically, these communities offer well-furnished apartments, numerous social events, and group outings. Residents can, if needed, arrange for room cleaning and one or more meals a day provided in
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Skilled Nursing or Assisted Living: How to know which is the right place for one you love.

September 21, 2016 | No Comments

When you are responsible for helping a loved one get the care that he or she needs, you want to make sure you know what you are looking for and what will be the right fit for the one you love. This is not an easy decision to make. Let’s look at the difference between the two, so you’ll know what’s right. Assisted Living Facilities are retirement communities that provide amenities and support to our aging loved ones. They have caring staff that provides onsite services that the aging may no longer be able to do for themselves. This includes
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