Moving into assisted living during COVID-19 presents a unique challenge, especially since the senior population is more vulnerable to the virus. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), older adults are at high risk of contracting Covid-19. There’s a need for extra precautions when handling them. The good news is that many…
Maintaining a close relationship with loved ones should be an essential part of your life. And when some of your loved ones are seniors living in assisted living communities, this only becomes more important. Most of us know this. But when elderly loved ones no longer live with you, how can you stay connected? [bctt…
Few adults look forward to growing older. But you may have more reason to be jealous of your senior family members than you realize! Aging brings with it several advantages and experiences that have few parallels. [bctt tweet=”As your elderly family members will know, aging gracefully brings unique experiences that can improve quality of life….
Most of us associate visiting grandparents with treats, crafts, games, or just special time spent together. All of these are excellent ways to connect with older loved ones. But let’s not forget something else Grandma and Grandpa may have to offer: special lessons we can’t find anywhere else. [bctt tweet=”Your senior loved ones have plenty…
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Few things are more captivating than listening to a senior loved one’s memories. If you’ve never sat together with your older family members to talk about their life experiences, you might be missing a lot. Seniors have many fascinating stories to talk about, and you need to engage them to tell their stories. Listening to…
After a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, it’s normal for family members to feel worried and confused. However, this isn’t the end of the world. As your relationship with your elderly loved one changes and they require more care from you, it’s important to understand what their diagnosis entails and what that means…
Dementia sleep problems are a common condition in many seniors. And since approximately 5.8 million Americans aged 65 and above live with dementia, these problems affect a large number of people While it’s normal to experience sleep troubles when one is healthy, it may also be an early warning of dementia. These problems only worsen…
Moving into assisted living during COVID-19 is has become a challenge to many seniors. This shouldn’t come as a surprise to anyone, since the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) declared the elderly as high-risk individuals for the virus. Although many family members are still hesitant to move seniors into assisted living facilities, rest…
