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January 17, 2023
How to recognize when it is time to move a parent into assisted living?
As our parents age, it becomes more and more difficult for them to take care of themselves. This is especially true if they live alone. If you have aging parents, you may be wondering when the time is right to move them into an assisted living facility.
January 17, 2023
How to tell if an assisted living facility is good fit for you
Choosing an assisted living facility can be difficult. You want to make sure you are getting the place that best suits the needs of you or your loved one. There are a number of steps you can take to evaluate assisted living facilities and choose the one that is right for you:
December 17, 2022
Kick off the new year with a new assisted living conversation
It can be difficult to talk to parents about assisted living, as the move is often seen as a loss of independence.
December 17, 2022
The best fall activities for seniors in assisted living
As the weather gets colder and the days get shorter, it’s important to make sure that seniors in assisted living have plenty of opportunities to stay active and engaged. Here are six ideas for fun fall activities
December 8, 2022
Studio 10 Visits the Briarcliffe Preserve to talk about how they are making the holidays merry and bright
As our parents age, it becomes more and more difficult for them to take care of themselves. This is especially true if they live alone. If you have aging parents, you may be wondering when the time is right to move them into an assisted living facility.
November 17, 2022
The most common barriers to transitioning to assisted living
There are many reasons why people may resist transitioning to assisted living. Some may be afraid of losing their independence, or not being able to take care of themselves. Others may worry about the cost of assisted living or being away from family and friends.
November 17, 2022
How our parent’s overall wellbeing can improve when they move to assisted living
As our parents age, it can become increasingly difficult for them to maintain their independence. Assisted living facilities provide the perfect solution for elderly parents who need help with daily living activities but don’t want to move into a nursing home. There are many benefits of assisted living for both elderly parent and their children. Assisted living can help improve a parent’s overall well-being by providing them with the following:
November 4, 2022
Johnston Sunrise Post By Jennifer Coates
By Jennifer Coates The expression “Home is where the heart is” is an oft-repeated phrase that is both familiar and evocative to all who hear it. Whenever these words are uttered, they immediately evoke the sentiment that no matter where life takes you, you can be “at home” as long as you are surrounded by
October 3, 2022
Skin Care for Seniors
The skin naturally changes with age. Skin becomes less oily, less elastic, thinner, and more susceptible to bruising as we get older. As a result, seniors may have skin problems or concerns that they did not have when they were younger. However, there are a variety of things that individuals can do to preserve their
October 3, 2022
Make the Move to Senior Living this Fall
When families begin to discuss a senior loved one’s transition to an assisted living facility, many issues surface. Everyone in the family has their own idea about where the best community is, how much to spend, and so on. Even determining when to move can be difficult. Is it better to move during the summer