Starting early and planning together
Exploring senior living options that align with their needs
Offering emotional and logistical support during the move
Making their new space feel like home
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Senior Care
Adapting Menus for Dietary Restrictions in Senior Living
today’s senior living communities are more prepared than ever to adapt dining options in meaningful ways. Communities like ours offer customized meals, nutrition plans, and chef-prepared dishes that support individual health. […]
How to Keep a Positive Attitude About Aging
Keeping a positive outlook as you grow older transforms the way you live and enjoy life. It’s all about addressing common misconceptions and creating new strategies supporting a healthy mindset and body.
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How to Avoid Elderspeak
Caring for older adults requires physical and medical support and emotional sensitivity. One critical and often overlooked aspect is the language we use while interacting with them. Many people inadvertently use a form of language called “elderspeak” when speaking with seniors. Elderspeak has negative effects on seniors’ well-being, but can be avoided by keeping respect […]
How to Choose the Right Level of Care for Your Parents
Making decisions about your parents’ future care is one of the most important—and often emotional—steps in your family’s journey. Whether you’ve noticed changes in mobility, memory, or simply their ability to manage daily tasks, figuring out what level of support they need can feel overwhelming. You want to be sure they’re safe and supported, but […]
How to Choose a Power of Attorney
Choosing a power of attorney can be a difficult process, but it’s an important part of lifetime planning and can help to protect your assets later in life. Here’s our guide to help you choose your power of attorney. What Is a Power of Attorney? Assigning a power of attorney is the act of appointing […]
Talking to Your Children About Assisted Living Care
Talking about assisted living care can be incredibly difficult, and although there are many resources for children looking to start the challenging conversation with their parents, the same cannot be said for proactive parents. Rather than waiting for your children to make the decision for you, we recommend that you start the conversation early so that you […]
Top 3 Healthy Habits for Seniors
No matter our age, every one of us can adopt a few new habits to boost our health and happiness. By eating well, exercising often, and getting enough sleep, you can reduce your risk of serious illness and improve your overall quality of life throughout your golden years. Let’s break down the benefits of some […]
How to Talk to Someone with Dementia
Communicating with an individual who suffers from dementia or Alzheimer’s can be challenging. As the illness progresses, communication becomes increasingly difficult as they struggle to remember ideas, articulate their thoughts, and manage their emotions. Despite these struggles, it’s incredibly important to continue to communicate with these individuals, as those relationships help promote better self-esteem, sense […]
Preventing Caregiver Fatigue
Our parents cared for us for years throughout our childhood—preparing our meals, cleaning our homes, and doing our laundry. However, when the time comes that they need us to do the same in return, it can be a challenge to balance it with our typical lifestyles. It’s no surprise then, that 40% of caregivers are […]
