Even though Alzheimer’s disease and dementia are used interchangeably, there are distinct variations between the two. It is easy to confuse the two terms, however, understanding the differences between Alzheimer’s vs. dementia can help to personalize your approach towards them. What Is Dementia? First and foremost, dementia is not a disease. It refers to a…
Dementia is an umbrella term that refers to a group of several different symptoms. It is most commonly associated with memory issues or memory loss but can also cause cognitive problems with aspects like reasoning, concentration, judgment, communication, and even visual perception. It is important to note that dementia in itself is not a disease…
While choosing a personal-care community for your loved one may seem daunting, we’re going to give you some tips to make the entire process a bit easier. If your loved one has been experiencing falls, loneliness, depression, severe weight loss, or general difficulty taking care of daily activities, it’s high time to consider a personal…
Providing retirement age individuals with much-needed professional personal assistance, many of today’s personal care homes offer the opportunity, as well, for retirees to enjoy a lifestyle that is nicely active. Many assisted-living and personal care communities provide things like on-call assistance 24/7, security, assistance with ADLs (activities of daily living), transportation services, housekeeping, and more.…
Do you have an aging loved one? Are you considering the possibility of long-term care for them because you’re no longer able to provide the care they need? Time may be of the essence, and there are many options to be considered. For your loved one, you already know you want somewhere that provides socialization,…
To meet the needs of your loved ones, is it time to consider a move to a personal care community for them? With so many personal care homes and retirement communities available, it can be difficult to choose one that will meet the specific needs of your loved one. Ideally, you should go for a…
At a certain point in their lives, our loved ones may need a level of care that family members are no longer able to provide. When that time comes, it’s going to be essential that you make some hard decisions. The more you know about different senior living options, the easier it’ll be when it…
Retirement is a necessary phase of life that we all must go through. After we’ve worked so hard in our earlier years, we all look forward to spending our twilight years in bliss, living a relaxed lifestyle. Perhaps you’re even retired at the moment and want a more leisurely, low-stressed lifestyle? There are plenty of…
Every February when you think of love and Valentine’s Day, do not forget about the health of your heart because it is also when we celebrate American Heart Month. Heart disease takes more American lives than any other disease each year, but the good news is that you can take steps to keep your heart…
When seniors reach a certain age, it gets harder to take care of a big house. And who really needs all that space? It’s only natural to give some thought to downsizing. If you’re still in good health, you may choose a smaller home or condo, but if health is also a concern – or…