Wheelchair-Bound Seniors in Assisted Living
Assisted living facilities provide a safe and secure location for wheelchair-bound senior citizens to live and grow together under the care of trained staff and caregivers.
In the Late Stages of Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer's is often called "the long goodbye" because of the drawn-out nature of the illness and the diffculty for friends and family in the late stages.
When Driving Becomes Dangerous
While age alone does not indicate driving capability, elders suffer from ailments and injuries that make driving more difficult at higher rates.
Assisted Living is Not a Nursing Home
Growing older doesn't mean we have to give up on life - in fact, retirement is just the beginning of an exciting new phase of life. For many senior citizens, choosing their next home involves some type of senior residence, ranging from independent living to memory care. Assisted living is one option available to seniors [...]
Put a Smile on Your Loved One’s Face
Everyone deserves to smile every day - and your loved one in assisted living or memory care is no exception.
When Parents Are Verbally Abusive
While challenging, understanding how and why this verbally abusive behavior occurs can help deepen your relationship with your parent and give them the best care possible.
Prepare for Assisted Living: Estate Sales
Before moving into an assisted living facility, estate sales can help your parents to downsize and make some money in the process
How to Travel With Memory Care Patients
Minor hiccups in your travel plan are never fun, but they can quickly lead to extreme stress for someone with cognitive problems.
Florida Laws Regarding Assisted Living
Florida laws state that assisted living facilities (ALFs) are required to prove that they are adequately equipped to meet each resident's needs.
Finding a Renewed Sense of Purpose
You can take concrete steps to help put purpose back in you senior loved one's life, and keep them motivated to face every day with joy and integrity.