Holidays, the Elderly, and Loneliness
Loneliness for the elderly is prolific, but the combination of the holidays and the continued crisis can make isolation feel worse at this time of year.
Loneliness for the elderly is prolific, but the combination of the holidays and the continued crisis can make isolation feel worse at this time of year.
Full-service assisted living homes with a nurse, and trained caregivers will handle most of the end-of-life services and care situations. However, they do not handle a lot of medical conditions.
There are pros and cons to creating a joint bank account with your aging parent. Before you head off to the bank, consider these facts.
Gift ideas are inpsired by the personality and favorite pastimes of your loved one - so find a gift that reflects those interests.
Assisted living provides a safe home for aging veterans who require assistance with activities of daily living such as cooking, cleaning, and hygiene.
An estate sale is an effective way to declutter and downsize, as well as to raise some money for the move into your new assisted living home.
Senior living trends include a variety of services and options which allow for a more engaged and active life for senior citizens.
Although often associated with rehabilitation, occupational therapy for seniors focuses primarily on improving ADLs or the needed day-to-day skills.
Even if a senior agrees that a move is in their best interest, it can be quite emotional and disruptive, causing relocation stress syndrome.
Although telehealth has been around for years, it came to the forefront in 2020 - not just as a solution for seniors but patients all over the country.