Many assisted living communities have nurses on staff, but their level of involvement can vary widely. Nurses play a crucial role in supporting residents’ well-being, providing medical oversight, and coordinating personalized care plans.
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How to Enjoy Life After Retirement
There are countless ways to enjoy a fulfilling post-retirement lifestyle, from rediscovering old passions and forming meaningful connections to finding joy in giving back or joining a vibrant community.
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What to Do When Only One Parent Needs Assisted Living?
Finding the right living arrangement requires thoughtful consideration of both parents’ needs and preferences. Focus on solutions that ensure the parent needing care receives appropriate support while allowing their partner to maintain their independence and quality of life.
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Simple Hand Exercises for Seniors
Fortunately, plenty of simple and effective hand exercises, such as finger stretches, finger lifts, and wrist rotations, can quickly help reduce pain and promote flexibility.
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Do People with Dementia Sleep a Lot?
It’s common for caregivers and family members to notice significant changes in the sleeping patterns of their loved ones with dementia. Excessive sleep may raise questions, concerns, and sometimes even frustration. Why does this happen? Is it normal? How can you ensure your loved one is comfortable and supported? Fortunately, it may bring you some […]
What Are The Best Books for Seniors?
Reading offers more than just entertainment; it’s a doorway to knowledge, adventure, and connection that benefits everyone, especially seniors. Whether it’s for maintaining mental sharpness, enriching leisure time, or sparking joy and reflection, reading is a lifelong habit worth cultivating. For seniors, the right book can do wonders. But what makes a book “right”? By […]
What Kind of Care Do Dementia Patients Need?
After a loved one is diagnosed with dementia, it can be confusing to figure out how to continue supporting their changing needs. Caring for someone with dementia is more than just offering day-to-day support; it’s about creating an environment where they feel safe, understood, and valued. People with dementia require comprehensive care that encompasses their […]
Why Retirement Planning Is Important
Retirement is often seen as a distant goal, something you worry about when the time comes. But in reality, proper planning can be the difference between a retirement filled with comfort and security or one fraught with financial stress and uncertainty. Proper retirement planning can lead to more time for you to spend with your […]
Avoid Caregiver Burnout with Respite Care
While caring for your loved one is a deeply meaningful experience for many, there is often a real risk of caregiver burnout. For those who want to continue to care for their loved one, but who may need a short break to rest and recharge, respite care is a great option. Respite care helps caregivers […]
How to Improve Working Memory
Maintaining cognitive health as an older adult is a key part of staying independent for longer. Working memory is the part of our brain that can hold and manipulate information. We use it for tasks like having conversations and visualizing things. But is working memory something you can improve, or is it impossible to get […]
