Seniors seek a certain degree of privacy. Residents have the right to privacy if they desire it, and communities must attend to those needs. Here are tips to understand your privacy rights as a Gretna, LA, senior assisted living resident. What Rights Seniors Hold Several of your protections and rights as a nursing home resident…
When a loved one is living with dementia, it’s natural to want them to be near you. You may have heard about memory care in Laplace, LA, and wonder if it would be the best option for your loved one. If you’re considering a move to a memory care community, here are some financial considerations that…
There will come a time when the number of older adults in the country will outnumber the younger generation by over a million. With this number, you will see a clearer picture of how things will change in the future, including the decision to transition into a retirement community when the right time comes. As…
Retirement communities come in all shapes and sizes, but they all have one important thing in common: the goal of providing a safe and comfortable place for residents to live. For many people, this means that retirement communities are a great place to prevent prescription drug abuse. In this article, we will discuss five strategies…
For a person suffering from dementia, their physical surroundings are crucial. They can continue to be as secure, at ease, and autonomous as they can. A setting that is dementia-friendly can assist the individual in settling in at home and encourage participation in and enjoyment of routine activities. The individual who is experiencing issues with…
It is a difficult task to recognize and acknowledge that your loved one requires round-the-clock memory care. But beyond that, a more difficult task would be to actually move your loved one into a memory care community and have a conversation with them about it. While the road ahead may look challenging, you can take…
Even as the number of Americans aged 60 and more increases in the United States, our loved ones continue to face ageism. From combating unfavorable stereotypes in the media to dealing with employment inequity, many persons 60 and older are all too frequently victims of ageism. Ageism, as defined by the World Health Organization as…
If you have a loved one who’s looking for a new retirement community, it can be confusing to sift through all the options: they have to be fun and engaging in order to attract new residents. The good news is that there are some great communities out there, as long as you know what to…
Lying in the center of the state of Alabama, there is a wide range of things to see here at Montgomery. From family attractions such as a cow-themed museum and the Montgomery Zoo to a variety of historic attractions found throughout the city, Montgomery is home to multiple attractions that will suit your interest. Here…
Are the colder months particularly difficult for you and your loved one? Well, the possibility of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) affecting either of you could indeed exist. This particular form of serious depression typically strikes people in the winter. People whose ability to spend time outdoors is restricted by inclement weather, diminished mobility, or illness…