The possibility that one’s parents or spouse may be developing symptoms of dementia is a scary prospect. It could even happen to yourself! Roughly 50 million people worldwide have dementia, with 5-8% of the population aged 60 and above being diagnosed with dementia at any given time. Dementia does not just affect the patient, but…
Personal care homes are residential homes that are designed with the safety, care, and comfort of their residents in mind. Whilst the range of services offered to residents differs from personal care homes, there are some similarities in most residencies. These services provided are designed to assist our residents in managing acts of daily living…
Are you thinking of moving into a personal care home but are unsure of how to weigh the pros and cons in making such a challenging decision? Are you wondering if living in a personal care home will mean giving up on having new experiences and enjoying life? Do you want to know what to…
Being a caregiver is a challenging and demanding position. For most working adults, it means juggling between your career, the rest of your family, your social life, and the individual you are responsible for. Even under the best of circumstances, it is no easy task to manage all these spectrums of life and it is…
Before committing a loved one to memory care, family members need to carefully consider whether it’s the right decision for everyone involved. We understand that it’s a huge decision to make and is one that’s done best with the input and consideration of your loved ones. For that reason, it is usually a decision that…
Adjusting to the dynamics of becoming a caregiver can be an exacting and stressful situation. This is because it involves making changes to all aspects of life, such as your social life and your career. Providing constant care and attention to someone you love can also be tiring despite your feelings of love and concern.…
Each and every senior is unique with an individuality all their own. And yet millions of seniors today are united in pursuit of one, common goal: To live well and remain living independently for many years to come. For some, that means staying in their longtime home or place of residence. Others, however, may opt…
It almost takes the patience of Job to answer the same question your aging parents ask over and over again. But when it comes down to it, they literally forget they just asked you. Many of the adult children whose parents live here routinely ask about their parents’ forgetfulness. We respond that it is very…
8 Ways to Preserve Your Family’s History You see the commercials on television where people research their family history. They suddenly find out that Amelia Earhart is a long lost cousin. Let’s face it – it is not necessary to go centuries back to learn about your family, but you would like to at least…