Transitioning your loved one from their own home and independence can be a very challenging time. During this time, many factors can weigh on a family as they work to decide the best path. Here are the three biggest challenges to any family facing this decision. Level of Care The first biggest challenge is determining […]
It can be difficult to make the decision to send your loved one to an assisted living or nursing home facility, which is why many people choose instead to care for their aging family members at home. However, while rewarding, family caregiving can be highly demanding and stressful. It’s important to include a plan for […]
Memory Care and Assisted Living professionals are exerts at dealing with those suffering from Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Not only do they provide round the clock help with dressing, toileting, personal hygiene and all aspect of resident care, they have become skilled at the art of successfully communicating with those placed in their […]
Care needs for those with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia will undoubtedly change as the stages of the disease continue to evolve over time. Alzheimer’s affects people differently, but it should be expected that people with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia will eventually require round-to clock professional care. It is important to create a […]
If your noticing changes in your loved one’s behavior or mental and physical health it could be time to discuss a move to a senior care community. Talking with your loved one about a move to Assisted Living or Nursing Home community can be an extremely sensitive subject. It can be made easier if you start […]
Jacksonville, Assisted Living, Senior Care and Nursing Home communities provide a warm and welcoming atmosphere for seniors. Experienced care providers provide professional assistance with daily needs, medications, and appointments, a healthy diet while providing a secure living environment. These senior care communities go the extra mile to develop a sense of independence, and encourage daily […]
Although providing full time care for your loved one can be extremely rewarding, it can leave the caregiver feeling overwhelmed, anxious and totally exhausted by their round the clock duties. Caregiver Challenges in Jacksonville, Florida Time Management: Assuming caregiving duties will instantly affect your personal time. Caregivers have significantly less time to devote to themselves […]
Families often choose in-home care provided by a family member during the early stages of Alzheimer’s, dementia or other forms of memory loss. In-home care allows your loved one to maintain a degree of independence, while remaining in the comfort of their own home. If recommended by your physician, in-home caregiving can be an appropriate starting […]
As we age, it’s not unusual to have difficulty with daily activities such as showering, dressing, maintaining the house, running errands, socializing, and remembering to take your medications. If you are experiencing these and other difficulties associated with living in your own home, an Assisted Living facility may be your answer. As the name implies, […]
It goes without saying that providing fulltime care for your loved one can be a tireless and thankless job. Many families find great joy in providing round the clock care for seniors, but the physical, emotional and financial consequences for the family caregiver can be overwhelming without regular outside support, such as professional respite care. […]
