There are a lot of resources for seniors. Here are a few options for seniors who are starting to need a little assistance through full care: Options best for those seniors who don’t want to leave their home but need a little assistance Private Care Givers: Private caregivers often seem like the least expensive option … Read more
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Ultimate Assisted Living Facility Decision Guide – Part 1: Determining the best living option
We are often asked how you know if it’s time to move. We put together this list of indicators that an individual may be ready for senior living sooner rather than later. Waiting until there is a crisis such as a visit to the hospital and the discharge planner tells you your loved one can’t … Read more
Words in Long Term Care that Should Disappear
I try to read most of the articles regarding seniors, trends, housing, dementia and aging. There are a few words I constantly see or hear that drive me crazy that should be taken out of the vocabulary of journalists. I even hear professionals and families use these words which just don’t feel positive. “Nursing Home”, … Read more
Alcoholism and Seniors
There is a common misconception that most older people who show signs of confusion, depression and other “mental” disorders suffer from the disease of Alzheimer’s, which is a progressive and ultimately fatal disease. The disease of alcoholism is also a progressive and ultimately fatal disease; but unlike Alzheimer’s, it can be arrested with some of … Read more
How Therapy Animals Bring Joy to Seniors
“I kissed a llama!” Those were the first words I heard as I visited a nursing home. I looked around and wondered what was going on as I saw a lot of smiles and happy, excited residents. Then I saw him, Rojo the llama was walking down the hall—of a nursing home! He too was … Read more
The Crisis in Long-Term Care Funding: Understanding Private Pay Alternatives
The Problem: 70% of the baby boomers reaching Social Security and Medicare age will need long-term care. Statistics show the majority don’t know the various forms of long-term care and the different means to pay for it. Current Status: Over ten million Americans now require long-term care annually and Medicaid is the primary source of … Read more
