Despite its hot summer months, winter in Arizona can still be cold. If you are a senior living with chronic pain, the winter weather can significantly impact your pain levels and overall health and well-being. Whether you live at home or in long-term care like an assisted living facility, it’s important to know how to manage…
Category: Alzheimer's | Assisted Living
Mental health does not discriminate and often impacts some of the most vulnerable people in our society, the elderly included. If your loved one is experiencing a mental health struggle while living in an assisted living facility, they may benefit from the care of a licensed mental health counselor. Even if your loved one doesn’t…
Category: Alzheimer's | Assisted Living
Dry winter climates in the desert make it harder for seniors to live comfortably. Wheezing, coughing, joint pain, and a number of other health issues always increase during this time. Any health issue is more serious as you get older, so preparing yourself against the harsh winter weather is your best defense. Armed with the…
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According to the latest data, it’s estimated that over one in four seniors aged 65 and over live with diabetes. For many seniors, managing their diabetes while living in an assisted living facility is a straightforward process that includes careful consideration of diet, exercise, and other lifestyle habits. However, diabetic patients who need insulin shots, along…
Category: Alzheimer's | Assisted Living
As we age, different things affect the foods we enjoy eating. Many people experience changes in their taste buds as they age. Some seniors also notice changes in their appetites from the various medications they take. Seniors can also face dietary challenges from changes in dental health and mobility issues. However, with the proper meal…
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It can be difficult to find the perfect gift ideas for elderly loved ones. If your elderly loved one is in an assisted living or skilled nursing facility, it can be even harder to know just what to get them. The right gift can make all the difference. It reminds your loved one how much…
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The transition of moving a loved one into an assisted living facility can be filled with different emotions. For many families, those emotions continue when you plan your first visit to your loved one’s new home. While this is a new chapter in your family’s life, it does not have to be difficult or confusing…
Category: Alzheimer's | Assisted Living
While transitioning a family member to an assisted living community is never easy, it’s important to remember you’re not alone. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that as many as 27 million adults will require long-term care by 2050. Keep reading to learn more. Assisted Living Versus Home Care What Is Home Care? According…
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According to the American Psychiatric Association, about 5% of adults in the U.S. experience seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Unlike feelings of sadness all Americans face, a SAD episode is chronic, long-term, and can have lasting effects on an individual’s life. If you have an elderly loved one who you think is experiencing feelings associated with SAD, you…
Category: Alzheimer's | Assisted Living
With climate change, we tend to be more concerned with the effects of hot weather on seniors. While heat-related illnesses are a huge concern, according to the National Institute on Aging (NIH), seniors are more likely to be at risk for cold weather-related health issues as well. This is particularly true with seniors already dealing…
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