Moving your pets to a retirement community might seem simple, but it’s not. There are many factors to consider when deciding how and where to move your furry friends. Here are some tips on how to prepare them for their new home in a senior living apartment in Westerville, OH: Get Familiar With New Rules The…
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No one wants to think about the possibility of a loved one being diagnosed with a life-threatening disease, but it’s important to be prepared. For adults in their golden years, a diagnosis of a life-changing condition may be challenging to accept at first. But it’s important to remember that your loved one can still live…
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Advancing in years can be stressful. It often means less mobility and more aches and pains, making it difficult to manage tasks. Many senior adults are determined to remain independent, but this is not always possible. Millions of people care for senior loved ones. But in many cases, this can be stressful for both of…
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The duties and responsibilities of a caregiver in assisted living communities vary from facility to facility, but there are key elements that are universal. The primary function of assisted living in Indiana is to provide compassionate, loving care for its residents. To succeed at this, the team must be able to communicate effectively with each other and…
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Are you looking for an apartment in Indiana, but do not know where to start? Well, you are in the right place! There are numerous different housing options available at your fingertips, even apartments that are specifically designed for older adults. However, the biggest consideration that most older adults have to tackle is whether they…
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Most families experience conflicting emotions when they realize that their aging parents cannot take care of themselves anymore. The situation is made worse by the realization that they cannot do much to help due to the pressures in their own lives. If you are too busy working and raising your children to take care of…
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The basics of hand hygiene are simple: keep your hands clean, and wash them frequently. It’s also one of the best ways to prevent flu or food poisoning. But while it might seem like a no-brainer, there are some things you need to know about proper hand hygiene as you age. Below are some critical…
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While retirement communities can be incredibly helpful for those with busy schedules that do not have time to provide the level of care their loved ones need, one of the main concerns many have is its deceptively high cost. It is not a secret that retirement communities require residents to pay hefty monthly fees for…
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Particularly if you are nearing or in your golden years, you may have heard the phrase “aging-in-place”. What this basically refers to is living out your life in your home, in which you’ve likely lived in for years, or more. It could be the family home or a residence you moved to after the kids…
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Living alone can be a daunting prospect for many aging loved ones. Not only are you surrounded by the memories of your loved ones, but also there are no people around to help you if something goes wrong. It’s easy to see why many older people decide to live in independent homes in Westerville, OH, instead—especially…
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