by siteadmin | Oct 24, 2024 | Helpful Information for Family Members, Information for Caregivers, Memory Care
Pets bring many people joy and companionship. They can lighten your mood and make you feel loved. They can also make you laugh. Take a look at the popularity of cat and dog videos on social media. There’s just something about pets. As it turns out, pets can also be...
by siteadmin | Sep 30, 2022 | Helpful Information for Family Members, Information for Caregivers, Senior Living, Senior Safety Tips
As you age, healthcare providers may recommend immunizations and infection control for seniors to prevent certain illnesses. Immune responses in seniors tend to decline as they age, increasing their susceptibility to infections. However, immunization can mitigate the...
by siteadmin | Oct 2, 2020 | Alzheimer's Disease, Helpful Information for Family Members, Information for Caregivers
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...
by siteadmin | Mar 27, 2020 | Assisted Living, Helpful Information for Family Members, Information for Caregivers, News from Unlimited Care Cottages, Senior Living, Senior Safety Tips, Visiting Your Loved One
The ongoing intimidation of the coronavirus (COVID-19) has had an impact on nursing homes and assisted living communities across the U.S. Aside from emphasizing the need for caregivers and residents to wash their hands in this time of change, precautionary measures...
by siteadmin | Feb 7, 2020 | Helpful Information for Family Members, Information for Caregivers
We can all forget to take our medicine from time to time. However, the elderly forgetting a medication prescribed to them could inflict serious health concerns. And with the all-too-common onset of Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia, relying on memory alone isn’t...
by siteadmin | Sep 27, 2019 | Alzheimer's Disease, Helpful Information for Family Members, Information for Caregivers
Anyone with a family member suffering from dementia knows about the potential for wandering off. The confusion, disorientation, and memory loss caused by this condition can lead to your loved ones feeling the need to try to leave, resulting in them walking around...
