Dementia affects an estimated 5.7 million Americans of all ages. A whopping 5.5 million are over 65 years old. The concept of your aging parents or spouse getting Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia is scary and definitely something you want to plan for. If that’s your case, then you may be wondering how you can continue […]
Archives for July 2018
NUTRITION TIPS FOR SENIORS WITH MEMORY AND COGNITION ISSUES
Proper nutrition is critical for people with memory and cognition problems. Nutrition has been linked to improving memory and cognition, and a poor diet has been linked to reduced cognitive function. Diets high in fat and sugar has been shown to change certain areas of the brain that can lead to memory and cognitive impairment. Patients […]
NOT ALL SENIOR FACILITIES ARE ALIKE: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT LEVELS OF CARE
aking care of those we love is a lifelong process that changes at each life stage. As they get older and need more care than you can provide, it becomes difficult to manage the situation. If you have a parent, family member, or friend who needs more care than you can provide, it’s time to […]
STAFF MEMBERS YOU CAN EXPECT TO MEET AT A MEMORY ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY
As sad and as bleak a subject as it may seem, aging is something we don’t have any control over. What we do have control of though, is the kind of medical and healthcare services and support we can get. This is a topic most families with a member nearing or already within the age […]
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO FINDING THE BEST MEMORY CARE FACILITY
5.7 million Americans are living with some form of dementia and a new case is found every 65 seconds in this country. Unfortunately, the rest of life doesn’t stop when your mom’s diagnosed with dementia. You still have the financial, physical and emotional needs of your family to take care of. Your loved ones deserve the […]
7 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD HIRE AN ELDER LAW ATTORNEY
A staggering 1 in 13 elderly people are estimated to have suffered from some form of elder abuse this year. As older people are quite vulnerable to attacks, theft, or assaults of every kind, some poorly trained staff have been known to take advantage of them. Even if your loved one is in good mental and physical […]
