assisted living for both parents

Posted on: 20 April 2016

One of the hardest decisions family caregivers face is deciding where their aging parents will live. While many seniors prefer to age in place, there often comes a time when developing health problems make it unsafe. For many adult children, one of the biggest surprises regarding senior living decisions is that the resistance comes not from their parents but from their siblings. Fortunately, there are some simple strategies you can use to get your siblings to agree upon the best living arrangements to protect your parent's wellbeing.
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Posted on: 12 February 2016

Your old home is getting to be a burden, and you've decided that it's time to move to one of the local assisted living facilities. Just like moving to a new neighborhood, you'll soon meet new people and discover how you fit into the community. Here are some ways to be proactive and build your circle of new friends quickly. Participate in Residents Meetings Some facilities hold meetings between the residents and administration to discuss concerns and talk about future changes to the retirement center.
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Posted on: 20 January 2016

Navigating through the unfamiliar territory of a loved one's dementia care plan can be challenging for caregivers who must find a way to strike a balance between soothing their loved one and keeping them safe. Due to the progression of the disease, it can also seem as though new behaviors appear as soon as the first ones were managed. For this reason, it is important for you to have a full understanding of the types of behaviors you can expect with each stage along with a set of strategies that can ensure your loved one receives the best possible care.
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Posted on: 16 December 2015

If you've recently experienced an injury or a major illness requiring a hospital stay, you may be a little wary about returning home right away. This is especially true if you live alone or don't have someone at home to help care for you. Fortunately, you do have an option – short-term skilled nursing care. If you choose this type of care, you will enter a nursing home for a short period of time.
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