Joint replacement surgery, or arthroplasty, is a specialized type of surgery that replaces all or part of a joint. Your surgeon will remove damaged bone and cartilage and replace it with a prosthetic implant. Your body will take some time to adjust to having a foreign object placed inside it, and your recovery time could… Read More
Advances in smart home technology, medical and safety devices, and wearable technology have made it easier and safer for seniors to age in place at home. If your loved one needs additional support to stay safe and healthy, but isn’t yet ready to transition into an assisted living facility or retirement home, you can use… Read More
Creating a daily care plan or personalized memory care plan is a crucial element of Alzheimer’s care and memory care. When you and your family work with a skilled in-home caregiver or help your loved one transition into an assisted living dementia care facility, you will work closely with your loved one’s caregiver to create… Read More
Both in-home care and assisted living offer seniors extra help with their day-to-day needs. However, there are significant differences between the two services that may make it clear which one is right for your elderly loved one. In-home care provides valuable care services in the comfort of your home or your loved one’s home. Assisted… Read More
Finding a quality memory care provider doesn’t need to be stressful or feel like an impossible task. You will need to do some research and ask key questions of any potential in-home caregiver or assisted living dementia care facility, but you can also trust your instincts about what to look for in memory care. Your… Read More
Hiring an in-home caregiver gives your loved one the chance to age in place in the comfort of their own home, surrounded by their own belongings. Aging in place at home can improve your loved one’s mood and comfort, enhance their quality of life, and ensure that their needs and preferences are prioritized. Once you… Read More
Hiring an in-home caregiver allows your loved one to stay at home rather than moving into a nursing home or assisted living home. Your loved one will have more control over their environment and enjoy a better quality of life because they will be in a comfortable, secure environment surrounded by their own belongings. However,… Read More
Dealing with an Alzheimer’s or dementia diagnosis in a loved one can be emotional, stressful, and overwhelming. Your loved one may develop symptoms gradually, or they may seem to appear overnight. In most cases, the symptoms of Alzheimer’s and dementia progress gradually through three stages. Understanding the different stages of Alzheimer’s and dementia and the… Read More
Memory care and Alzheimer’s care services are specialized physical and mental healthcare services for people who have been diagnosed with dementia. Memory care services are designed to improve the quality of life of those with dementia, and to support them through all stages of dementia by providing mental stimulation, cognitive exercises, companionship, healthcare services, medical… Read More
Everyone needs some level of companionship and socialization to maintain their physical and mental health. However, as adults age, they may become more isolated, have fewer friends, and have a reduced ability to get out in the world and meet new people. Older adults are at a higher risk of loneliness, and that loneliness and… Read More