Is your loved one no longer able to live independently? Assisted living communities may now cross your mind as a considerable living option but deciding on the best choice may be overwhelming. So here are some questions to better help with decision-making as you tour your assisted living options. What Type of Assistance Is Provided?…
A floor plan could seem like a lot of gibberish when you first see it. It is a complex arrangement of lines, figures, and icons that appear to only be seen in blueprints and other types of designs. To take charge of your senior housing search, you should first learn the skill of reading and…
When you are searching for a retirement community or senior living for yourself or a loved one, you need to find the best, don’t you? However, not all retirement communities can provide you with resort-style, vibrant, active, exclusive, stylish, and resident-focused services. While some senior living communities provide you with on-site amenities, some communities, like…
If you have been diagnosed with hearing loss or if you find that you are having trouble hearing things that you used to be able to hear, you would understand that communication becomes increasingly difficult with hearing issues. Day-to-day tasks become a challenge for you and you are anxious about your physical safety because of…
With all the buzz around memory care, it can be tempting to jump in and start planning a transition. But it’s important to know that not all people with dementia need a move into a facility. And if you make the wrong choice, you could end up causing harm to yourself or your loved one—or…
As we age, everyday tasks can become more difficult. Seniors’ personal hygiene can be extremely hard to maintain due to a sheer lack of energy and mobility. Isolation, a fear of falling, depression, dementia or medication side effects can cause them to neglect their grooming and personal hygiene. Older adults also tend to feel stiffness…