When an elderly loved one struggles to maintain independent living safely, it is time to consider care options. Understanding the different levels of care available…
For some, fulfilling a caregiving role stems from a sense of duty to a loved one. Others find it is their only option due to…
Dementia is a progressive deterioration of cognitive functioning beyond what typically occurs with age. A variety of diseases or injuries that impact the brain may…
For many, memory loss is a normal part of the aging process. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) reports that approximately 40% of adults 65…
Assisted living is a long-term housing option for seniors needing help with various daily tasks, including personal care, medication management, and household chores. Assisted living…
The natural aging process is different for everyone but often includes a level of physical decline that can present challenges to daily living at some…
Skilled nursing care can be an essential tool for people of all ages who need extra support following an injury, illness, or medical procedure. This…
Growing older impacts everyone differently, and it isn’t always possible to foresee situations, such as an accident or sudden illness, that will require specialized care.…
With aging comes gradual changes to the body and mind that can impact our physical and mental functioning. Age-related memory loss is a normal part…
Senior living options have come a long way in recent decades. In the past, nursing homes were the only senior care option available outside the…