Myths and Realities of Living in a Nursing Community (Information provided by the American Health Care Association) Although long term care is advancing to meet growing needs of residents and families, some serious misconceptions remain about the quality and type of care people receive when they live in a residential or long term care community. […]
Need a break? Consider Respite Care
As McDonalds so succinctly told us, “You deserve a break today.” If you’re the primary caregiver of your elder loved one, you undoubtedly understand the sentiment. But how does one take a ‘break’? The answer is Respite Care! Respite Care for the elderly is a short-term stay at a senior living community. While often used […]
Senior Living Care Types
Senior Living Care Types If you’re a senior, family member, caregiver, or both, there are a variety of senior housing and care types from which to choose. These include independent living, assisted living, home care, and skilled nursing care (for acute health-care needs). Senior housing has many options you may consider, they can help assess […]
The Generational Differences
Whether it was the Glen Miller who created the musical score of their childhood or they were more Frank Sinatra or the Beatles aficionados, the generations that now make up our Senior Population are uniquely characterized by more than just their music. The Greatest Generation, the Silent Generation and the Baby Boomers together span a […]
The Power of Touch
Whether we are a newborn infant, a petulant teenager, an overwhelmed new mother or an aging senior citizen, the power of touch can produce miraculous results. With a simple touch, we can express love, support, gratitude, sympathy, and trust. A simple gesture of holding hands, patting shoulders and giving hugs can make all the difference […]
When Aging at Home is No Longer an Option
One of the hardest decisions we will ever make is deciding if, and when, moving to a senior community (assisted living or nursing home) is necessary. This is especially true when we are making this decision for our parents or loved ones. Not so long ago, the term ‘nursing home’ was synonymous with ‘old folks […]