I was 19 and in college when my mother was diagnosed with terminal kidney cancer — too young to know much about death and dying. Although mom wanted to live independently, and did for a while, eventually the disease became too much and she moved in with my grandparents...
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It’s become common and culturally acceptable to say “I’m having senior moment,” when someone over the age of 50 has forgotten something. The mind’s inability to recall information is a familiar sign of aging and often the source of a good-natured chuckle. However, you may be asking at what...
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In honor of June being Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness month, it seemed appropriate to talk about dementia and offer some self-care tips to their dedicated caregivers. Dementia is a general term for a decline in mental ability severe enough to interfere with daily life. Alzheimer’s, a disease that attacks...
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As parents age, it’s natural that their physical and mental abilities decline. Many adult children however, wrestle with knowing when their parents’ decline is far enough along that it may be time to get them additional support or place them in an assisted living home. Like so many health...
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Similar to the Shakespearean adage, “How do I love thee? Let me count the ways,” the benefits of hospice care are many and can be phrased, “What are the benefits of hospice? Let me count the ways.” Below we share the top benefits we often discuss with our clients...
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You’ve come to the realization and decision that a group home would be the most beneficial location for your loved one. Congratulations, you’ve narrowed the search for an assisted living home considerably. Exactly which home is best will depend on your loved one’s needs and personality. Before stepping inside...
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Let’s talk about moving for a minute. Was that you that groaned, or was that just the voice in my head? Some people like to move and embrace the change it signifies. Others prefer as little change as possible and dread the idea of moving. No matter which camp...
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How to choose an assisted living facility Moving into an assisted living facility can be an intimidating process. There are so many things to think about. Whether it is you or a loved one moving, separation anxiety and worries that you won’t find a comfortable facility can be overwhelming....
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The new healthcare reforms taking place in the United States require hospitals and skilled nursing facilities to turn their focus toward lowering their readmission rates. We believe the entire burden of this task shouldn’t lie on these facilities alone, and that’s why we’re here to help keep hospital and...
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Hospitals are recognizing the success of assisted living and skilled-nursing facilities in the reduction of patient readmission to the hospital. In fact, many hospitals are seeking to formulate a tight bond with facilities like these since financial consequences are constantly looming. The new trend is that financiers are steadfast...
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