As we age, it’s normal to have an occasional senior moment, such as temporality forgetting the name of a person you’ve recently met, where you put your keys, or the title of the movie you saw last week. Unfortunately, Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia is more than occasional memory loss. It’s a disease that […]
Assisted Living and Senior Care facilities enrich the lives of seniors with professionally planned programs that promote independence and dignity of life for each of their residents. Their professionally trained and caring staff members are available round the clock to meet the needs of residents. They typically provide assistance with everyday activities, such as dressing, […]
Sure, you want to find a professional senior care facility that provides round the clock care, safety, nutritious meals, medication management and daily planned activities. But it’s just as important to select one that has the following qualities to help improve your loved ones overall physical and mental health, lifestyle and happiness. Passion Find an […]
According to the Alzheimer’s Association, approximately 5 million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer’s, and other forms of dementia. In reality, the number is likely much higher, as not everyone talks with their medical professionals or even recognizes their gradual decline in cognitive ability and increasing memory loss. Individuals’ with Alzheimer’s are at a higher […]
The ever changing physical, emotional and mental demands of dealing with loved ones with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia can be overwhelming. Initially, these demands may be met by family members and friends or in home care providers. However, as the disease progresses the care recipient will almost certainly require 24 hour professional supervision […]
Dealing with a loved one’s Alzheimer’s disease can easily result in strong and varying opinions among family members. Upon initial diagnosis and as the disease progresses, caregiving issues and professional care decisions can often ignite family conflicts. The strategies below can help families cope with, and resolve the situation together. Tips for Resolving Family Conflicts […]
If your loved one with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia requires more care than you can provide at home, a professional care facility may be the best option. Different types of facilities provide different levels of care, depending on the person’s needs. You can learn about the different types of residential memory care facilities […]
The care needs for those with Alzheimer’s will change as the stages of the disease continue to advance over time. Although Alzheimer’s affects each person differently it can be expected that people with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia will eventually require round the clock professional care. Alzheimer’s Care Planning: It is important to establishing a […]
Crossing age barriers and communicating successfully with seniors can sometimes be a challenge. Older adults may be hard of hearing, easily disinterested, or suffering from memory loss issues that can make it difficult to process and remember information. It’s critical to your loved ones overall health and lifestyle that they not only communicate effectively, but […]
For those with Alzheimer’s or Dementia, the level of needed care and supervision will vary depending on the stage of the progression. For many families this means some form of residential care in assisted living or memory care facilities. Here are some of the differences. Assisted Living Facilities in Jacksonville: While many with early-stage […]
