Making the change to assisted living can be a daunting decision for many. Not everyone is immediately receptive to the idea of moving out of one’s home, a familiar and comforting space, into a completely new environment. Change can be scary, but it is often necessary. If you are helping a loved one or family…
If you have been giving care to a loved one and are looking for a temporary break, our respite care program at Rittenhouse Village At Northside may be just right for you. Caregiving is an exhausting task and we know because that is what we do every single day. Many Americans may feel guilty about…
Aging is an unavoidable aspect of life and comes to all of us. While many people age healthily and are often able to live independently even in their eighties and nineties, the time will come when the negative effects of aging rear their ugly heads. When that happens, many adult children become caregivers to their…
It is said that one of the most important things that one can do to improve their health is laughter. As individuals progress in age, the benefits of laughter become even more apparent. Laughter is associated with a host of health benefits. If you are the primary caregiver of a loved one, it is important…
If your loved one has been diagnosed with dementia and you are looking for an assisted living community that can take adequate care of them, you need to consider Rittenhouse Village At Northside’s SHINE memory care. Dementia is a common condition that affects many people in the United States. It is estimated that over 6…
