Decorating your Room for Fall
Whether fall ambiance or Thanksgiving chic, here are a number of simple decorating tips to make your room warm and cozy for the season!
Do You Need an Elder Law Attorney?
An elder law attorney may take on estate management, elder abuse cases, Medicare and social security and durable powers of attorney.
How Pet Ownership Benefits Seniors
Most of us have had pets throughout our lives, and love the companionship and joy they can bring. Why should this change when we grow older? Pet ownership can result in many benefits for seniors.
5 Moving Day Tips – Choosing Assisted Living
If the decision has been made for assisted living and you are approaching moving day, there are ways to make the new home welcoming and more familiar.
Living Alone – Independence or Isolation?
Moving into assisted living does not mean a senior has to relinquish their independence - in fact, they may only be giving up isolation and loneliness.
Emotional Intelligence in Senior Years
In recent years, many researchers have stated that a person's emotional intelligence quotient (EQ) is more important to their quality of life than their IQ.
Parkinson’s Disease Explained
Parkinson’s disease (PD) is most often diagnosed in persons over the age of 60, and is therefore often considered a "senior citizen's disease. In fact, only 4% of Parkinson's cases occur before the age of 50.
4 Suggestions – Touring an Assisted Living Facility
You'll want to make sure that the community offers the level of care you require, that the staff is friendly and competent and that the facility is safe and well-maintained.
Assisted Living Levels of Care
All assisted living facilities offer various levels of care, and each level is designed around building variables and the capabilities of each resident.
What are ADLs and IADLs?
One of the best ways to assess how your loved one is doing on their own - or if they need to consider assisted living - is to understand their ability to complete common activities of daily life. (ADLs)