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Sharing Your Story: A Staff Perspective
From activities directors, chefs and nutritionists to administrative staff, clinicians, and custodians, assisted living communities are only as good as the team operating them. The importance of planting empathy, compassion, and thoughtfulness into each day cannot be overstated.
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An Open Letter to Loved Ones
In so many ways, walking a loved one through this chapter of their life is a sacred journey. In other ways, it is one of the most complicated experiences in life. Being responsible for your loved one’s care and medical needs is hard. Balancing your own life on top of that is hard. Difficult thoughts and emotions are frequent companions here.
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Sharing Your Story: A Loved One’s Perspective
Seeking senior living options is a journey that varies from person to person, but one thing we know with certainty is that the decision is never simple. In some cases, the decision to engage a senior living community comes from a family member or dear friend who is in the position of navigating such choices on behalf of their loved one. As folks consider such decisions, they are comparing and contrasting a great deal of information, all while providing tender care for someone they love. Let’s zoom in on what this experience encompasses through the eyes of loved ones and family caregivers.
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Holistic Benefits of Assisted Living
In a society that often overlooks our elders, assisted living communities are uniquely poised to usher in empathy and individualized care at an incredibly pivotal time in a person’s life. While the need for assisted living is different for every person, the desire we all have to thrive in a compassionate environment during our silver years is a common thread that connects us to one another.
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How to Talk to Your Loved One About Moving to Assisted Living
For many people, home is the heart of their lives. The idea of leaving that can be scary; it is the idea of leaving behind memories and comfort. However, we know that aging at home is not always possible. So how do you start talking to your loved one about the transition to an assisted living community?
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What Do You Need to Know About the Stages of Alzheimer's Disease?
While memory loss is a large part of Alzheimer’s disease, it tends to be our focus when it should not be. Individuals who suffer from Alzheimer’s undergo many neurological and physical changes, which can cause challenges for them and those around them. We have found that being informed and educated about the disease is the best way to prepare for the road ahead.
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Understanding the 5 A's of Alzheimer's Disease
If you have a loved one with Alzheimer’s, you know it can be difficult to communicate with them at times. Understanding the 5 A’s of Alzheimer’s can help you.
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What Makes Memory Care Different from Assisted Living?
Memory care and assisted living communities can be very similar but also different and are assessed on the level of care provided. Memory care communities cater specifically to those with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia; memory care programs are catered more towards dementia-friendly activities and have staff who are specially trained in cognitive impairments. We know that deciding where to start can be difficult, so we have composed a list of what you need to know as you start making decisions.
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Managing Your Loved One's Money
As our loved ones age, their cognitive abilities tend to decline; this often impairs their ability to responsibly manage their finances. This can be an uneasy conversation to have, but it is definitely a necessary one. Who will oversee their finances when they cannot anymore? We are here to provide you with important information to understand what course of action to take and what problems to look out for if you have to become their financial manager.
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How to Talk to Your Loved One About Moving to Assisted Living
For many people, home is the heart of their lives. The idea of leaving that can be scary; it is the idea of leaving behind memories and comfort. However, we know that aging at home is not always possible. So how do you start talking to your loved one about the transition to an assisted living community?
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How to Handle Your Feelings After Caregiving Ends
There are often a lot of feelings around the transition to an assisted living community; you are not alone in that. Common feelings manifest as guilt, distress, and inadequacy. You are probably questioning if there was more you could have done or why you didn’t push harder to keep them at home. This is normal. However, we know that it can be overwhelming. So how do you deal with all of these feelings?
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Tips for Difficult Family Caregiving Conversations
As your loved ones age, it is likely there will be several uncomfortable conversations you have to have with them. Things like finances, estate planning, care and treatment, and so on will have to be discussed; it is important to do it before it is too late. These conversations are difficult, though. So how do you have them?
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How to Assess When a Loved One Requires Care Assisted Living
On many occasions, it is obvious when a loved one needs additional assistance, but there are some cases where it is not so obvious. These changes tend to happen gradually, which is why they may go unnoticed for an extended period of time. We are going to walk you through how to identify if your loved one can stay in their home alone or if it is time to seek more support.
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Should My Aging Parent Live Alone?
As your parents or other loved ones start to age, it is hard to know if they are safe alone. There are obvious signs, like increased forgetfulness or cognitive decline, but what about those who are not showing such obvious signs? While less obvious, there are signs that someone you care for should not be living alone.
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What Do You Need to Know About the Stages of Alzheimer’s?
While memory loss is a large part of Alzheimer’s disease, it tends to be our focus when it should not be. Individuals who suffer from Alzheimer’s undergo many neurological and physical changes, which can cause challenges for them and those around them. We have found that being informed and educated about the disease is the best way to prepare for the road ahead. We have divided the stages of Alzheimer’s into early, middle, and late stages. Let’s look at what you can expect from each one.
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What to Consider When Choosing a Memory Care Community
Transitioning to a memory care community is hard; it’s hard on your loved one and it is hard on you. They are leaving their home. You are probably dealing with a lot of feelings around the subject. On top of all of that, you have to pick a community for your loved one to move into. So how do you pick the right one? We are about to walk you through the key things to consider.
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What Are the Benefits of Assisted Living?
Transitioning to assisted living can be a challenge; however, we often find that the benefits of assisted living were not possible when living at home. Our goal is to always help aide this transition and we find it helps to lay out some of the benefits.
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What to Ask When Talking to Your Loved One's Doctor
As a caregiver, it is easy to get overwhelmed. There is constant care, ensuring proper nutrition, social interactions, and so much more. It is hard to keep it all straight. One way to be prepared for doctor’s visits is to write down your questions or anything you have recently noticed before-hand. For example, if there have been any recent changes in your loved one’s mood, write it down as a concern. This is a great opportunity to get answers without being on hold or sifting through a variety of resources. You may be asking, “but what do I ask?” A few very important questions are:
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How to Talk to Your Loved One About Moving to Assisted Living
For many people, home is the heart of their lives. The idea of leaving that can be scary; it is the idea of leaving behind memories and comfort. However, we know that aging at home is not always possible. So how do you start talking to your loved one about the transition to an assisted living community?
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At Home Care vs. Assisted Living Communities
As our loved ones get older, they usually require a higher level of care. Your options are usually at-home caregivers or assisted living communities, but it can be difficult to determine which is the best option for you and your family. So, what is the difference between the two?