You are retired now! You can do whatever you want, whenever you want. You probably have some free time on your hands now, but don’t feel it necessary to fill every minute of it with something productive. Get out there and enjoy life! You deserve to have some fun! You can do many things in…
Most of us take the ease of dressing up for granted. We get ready every morning, combing our hair, putting on shoes, wearing a jacket and applying lipstick. Other than dressing appropriately for the weather or for a meeting, we don’t give it much thought at all as we leave the house. However, what if…
The Easter holiday is an important time of year for many families, but if you have someone in your family who has dementia, it can be hard to know how to adjust Easter traditions so that everyone involved can still enjoy them. The holidays and other celebratory times can be tough on loved ones who have…
If you or your loved one has Alzheimer’s or dementia, you want to look for a retirement community that can accommodate your needs. Here at SummerHouse Beau Ridge, we offer you all the services and amenities that our residents will require. You have to take a look at the apartment homes to see if they…
Many people in their golden years are wondering what are the best places to meet other seniors. This usually happens during retirement years when you might be wondering what’s a good place to settle in. Fortunately, there are a lot of places where you can go to interact with other people, make new friends, or…
It can be troubling for caregivers to watch their loved one with dementia wander about aimlessly. They may walk around the house or wander off from the house. People who have Alzheimer’s or dementia can become disoriented and become lost easily outside. They are unable to find their way home. Dementia wandering can cause family…
Caring for an aging parent can be rewarding but it also can be really challenging for many people. Bonds can grow stronger, relationships can heal and fond memories are revived. But it certainly is not easy. Managing an aging parent will entail everything from daily household tasks to potentially life-threatening health crises that need your…
You might be happy to find out that there are many independent living apartment homes in Ridgeland, MS to choose from. Independent living communities are increasingly popular these days and a top destination for people in their golden age. If you want to settle in a quiet and safe space and take advantage of exceptional…
When people know that you grew up in the ‘60s, they will have questions about many things such as the Cuban Missile Crisis, the Vietnam War, or the Civil Rights protests. And sometimes, you don’t have meaningful answers to those questions. All you remember might be the fond memories of that time. If you were…
Different types of neurodegenerative diseases can take a great toll on your brain and cause serious damage over the years. Alzheimer’s disease and dementia are just a few of these neurodegenerative diseases and they cause various symptoms. If you see signs to consider memory care, it’s probably because one of these diseases got into an…