Helpful Information for Family Members

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    5 Important Vaccines for Seniors

    As autumn approaches, it’s time to make sure you’re protected against common fall illnesses. This is especially important for your senior family members, who may very well be immunocompromised. Doctors and qualified assisted living staff members can help you decide what steps to take to protect your loved ones’ health. In addition, make sure to…

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    Healthy Diet Choices for Seniors

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    Assisted Living vs. Home Care

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    How Technology Can Help Your Senior Loved Ones

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    6 Red Flags to Watch Out for in an Assisted Living Facility

    Not every assisted living facility will be right for your loved one for different reasons. On the other hand, some facilities have multiple problems that aren’t immediately apparent but can cause trouble for your loved one later on. In your search, the best thing you can do is train yourself to watch out for red…

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    6 Summer Activities for Seniors

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    6 Activities to Build Memory Retention

    As people age, we begin to lose memories. While a little memory loss isn’t a huge problem, significant and repeated memory issues are a sign of the onset of dementia. When you or your loved ones start noticing these symptoms, plan to incorporate memory retention exercises into your daily routine to help prevent further memory…

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    6 Early Signs of Alzheimer’s and Dementia

    Nobody likes to think about dementia. However, it’s an unfortunately common consequence of growing old. As your family members age, you may notice a few warning signs of the onset of dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. When you notice these signs more and more frequently, it may be time to start looking for full-time memory care….

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    Transitioning Your Loved One with Dementia to Assisted Living

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