How to Care for a Loved One Who Experiences Sundown Syndrome
When your loved one receives a diagnosis of dementia, you learn that the condition affects more than just memory. For many people living with Alzheimer’s disease or another type of dementia, anxiety, confusion, and agitation are increasingly more common…
Tips for Long-Distance Caregiving
If your aging parent or loved one lives far away from you, it can be challenging to participate in the hands-on caregiving they may need. For example, you might not be able to drop by after work to see how they are feeling or swing by with a few prepared…
Fall Prevention for Seniors: Debunking 10 Common Myths
National Fall Prevention Week is September 23-27, and there are often many myths revolving around falls in older adults. Falls aren’t a normal part of aging—they can often be prevented. By exercising, managing medications, checking vision, and making…
Key Things to Look for in a Senior Living Residence
Once you are ready to begin researching senior living options for yourself or your loved one, you might feel overwhelmed or confused about which residence would be best. While the senior living field is packed with many options, you can narrow down your…
How to Create a Financial Plan for Long-Term Care
For many seniors, planning for the future includes considering healthcare needs. If you or your loved one is curious about how to prepare for long-term care, including senior living options, we’re here to give you a good start. This long-term care…
How Memory Care Can Help seniors With Alzheimer's And Dementia
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that nearly 5.8 million Americans live with Alzheimer’s disease. That number is expected to grow as the Baby Boomer generation ages. Further, that number doesn’t include Americans living with other…
What Seniors Should Know About Selling Their Home
The real estate market can fluctuate from month to month, year to year. If you aren’t in the market to sell or purchase a home, you might not pay close attention to recent trends. Whether you’re looking to sell your home this month or even this year,…