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When is the Right Time to Transition from Assisted Living to Memory Care?
Aging loved ones diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease or another type of dementia are often able to live in assisted living communities during the early stages of their disease, provided the right safeguards are in place. Knowing when to transition from assisted living to memory care can mean more peace of mind for you and more...
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What to Expect in a Memory Care Community
If your loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or another type of dementia, you may find your family has more questions than answers. In particular, you may wonder how you can help them make the most of life. Is it best to care for them at home, or if you should consider a...
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Does your loved one need memory care? Look for these 4 signs
While many individuals hope to live in their own homes for the entirety of their lives, it is not always the best – or most realistic – choice for the caregiver or the person who may be living with cognitive impairment. While cognitive decline is often a gradual process, there may be a time when...
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Assisted Living: The Perfect Blend of Independence and Support
Each individual has their own unique preferences, personal stories, and capabilities, and as such, there is no one-size fits all program in today’s assisted living communities. Perhaps your loved one could use an extra hand with daily activities like housekeeping and laundry, or maybe they need assistance with bathing and dressing. Assisted living communities meet...
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The Benefits of Companion Living in Memory Care
The anticipation of moving to a new senior living community can bring with it many emotions, but when a new resident has a built-in support network, including a friendly companion, the transition is often smoother. Companion living memory care is an offering that residents and their families should really consider. Companion living memory care is...
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How Can I Cover the Cost of Senior Living: Options and FAQs
The cost of senior living may seem overwhelming at times, especially as rates vary from one community to another, and many seniors may think the option isn’t financially viable. However, there are many ways to circumvent a some of this financial stress. Here are the most common ways how to pay for retirement, but remember...
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How to Downsize Your Home for Retirement: Getting the Most Out of Your Move
For most people, moving is a huge undertaking. For a senior, though, the job becomes even harder. From having to pack away belongings that you’ve had for years, to selling prized possessions, downsizing may feel like you’re losing memories. It’s hard to know how to downsize when life is spent filling larger spaces. But with...
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Assisted Living: What is Included and How Much Does it Cost?
For many seniors, a top priority is maintaining their independence, so much so that they fear losing it. And while a majority of older adults want to stay in their homes, the reality is that nearly half of older adults will need help with daily living. Thankfully, there’s a way for our loved ones to...
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The True Cost of Senior Living vs. Staying in Your Home
Aging in place is a phrase used to describe an older adult who chooses to remain in their own house instead of moving to a senior community. Sometimes they have a sentimental attachment to the home where they raised a family. Other times, they believe it is the most economical choice. But the differences between...
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How to Know When It’s Time for Assisted Living
In a unique reversal of roles, adult children often feel the responsibility for making sure their parents are well cared for as they grow older. We all want what is best for our family elders, from a safe place to call home to a lifestyle that gives the senior freedom to enjoy themselves. Sometimes that means...
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