Daily living aids are tools or devices designed to help seniors perform everyday tasks more safely and efficiently. These aids can include anything from mobility devices like walkers and canes to kitchen tools that simplify cooking or bathroom safety equipment to prevent slips and falls. Their primary purpose is to promote independence, enhance safety, and […]
What to Do When Only One Parent Needs Assisted Living
When one parent requires assisted living’s enhanced care and the other does not, finding a solution that supports their health—and keeps them together—can be overwhelming. When only one parent needs assisted living, the best solution often includes finding a senior living community that accommodates both parents’ unique needs, allowing them to stay together while receiving […]
How to Get Power of Attorney for Elderly Parents
When it comes to caring for a senior parent, it’s important to consider getting the legal authority to make decisions on their behalf if the need should arise. You might be asking, “Do I really need to get Power of Attorney if my parent is still managing their own affairs?” The answer is yes, especially […]
The Difference Between Assisted & Independent Living
Senior living is a wonderful way to meet an older adult’s unique needs. These communities aren’t just a place to live—they’re a place seniors can call home. But there isn’t just one type of senior living community, there are several, each with its own strengths and weaknesses. Two of the most common types are assisted […]
Memory Care: The Senior Living Option for Dementia

When a loved one is diagnosed with dementia, the family often has more questions than answers. Usually, how best to support your loved one’s needs now and in the future is at the top of that list of questions. In the early stages of dementia, they can likely remain at home with support from friends […]
5 Dementia Coping Tips for Your Family

When a loved one has dementia, it can affect the entire family. Not just emotionally, either. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, nearly half of all caregivers who provide help to older adults do so for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia. This means this diagnosis isn’t just a devastating change for your loved […]
Early Signs of Dementia Every Family Should Know

With the Alzheimer’s Association reporting that more than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s and that the number is projected to rise to nearly 13 million by 2050, we’re all rightly concerned about the prospect of a loved one becoming one of those statistics. What’s more, Alzheimer’s disease is just one type of dementia, […]
Treatment Options for Dementia

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, about 1 in 9 people age 65 and older (10.7%) have Alzheimer’s disease. Although Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia, there are many others as well. While there is no cure for most types, there are treatment options for dementia that can improve symptoms, slow progress, and […]
The Details on the Different Types of Dementia

A dementia diagnosis is likely one of the last things you want for your loved one. Upon hearing that term, most people assume their loved one has Alzheimer’s disease. However, Alzheimer’s is actually only one type of dementia. There are a number of other types of dementia, and knowing which symptoms are consistent with each […]
What to Know About the Stages of Dementia

You’ve likely heard that 1 in 3 older adults has dementia, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. While those numbers are terrifying, the possibility of your loved one getting this diagnosis really brings it close to home. And the scariest part is often the unknown. What can you expect? How can you help? It’s never easy, […]