When caring for your loved one at home is no longer possible or if there are safety issues, it may be time to move to assisted living. It is recommended that you start by talking with an Elder Law attorney to learn about the different ways to plan for your loved ones care and ongoing […]
Talking to your loved one about relocation to assisted living can be an extremely sensitive subject. However, it’s a step you must take if you’re concerned about their overall health and daily care. When having the conversation, it’s important to be a good listener and respectful of your loved ones feelings. Your loved one should […]
Like finding the perfect new home, selecting the right assisted living community can be a daunting task. Choosing the right assisted living residence requires an in-depth understanding of your loved one’s wants and needs, doing extensive research, touring properties, and seeking advice along the way. Today’s assisted living communities offer residents a wide variety of […]
Moving into an assisted living or nursing home facility will bring about lifestyle changes and can create doubt in the mind of your loved one. It should be expected that when transitioning into any senior care facility, the lack of familiarity with both the living environment and the other residents can be quite intimidating. Here […]
As our loved ones age, it’s not unusual for them to have increased difficulty preforming daily activities like showering, toileting, dressing, maintaining the house, running errands, socializing with friends and family, and remembering to take their medications. If your parent or loved one is experiencing these or other difficulties associated with living in their own […]
We all forget things almost every day. We’ve all forgotten items at the grocery store, mislaid our eye glasses and key, forget to call someone back, or have trouble recalling the name of last night’s movie. No big deal, that’s normal age-related memory loss, affectionately known as a “senior moment”.” But there is a point […]
Noticing changes in your loved one’s behavior, mental agility or physical health could signal that it’s time to discuss a move to a senior care facility. However, talking to your loved one about relocation can be an extremely sensitive subject, but it’s a step you must take if you’re concerned about their overall health and ongoing […]
Self-sufficient Jacksonville seniors are finding that 55+ active retirement facilities provide fun active lifestyles, much more manageable home sizes, plus the convenience of cultural, social and fitness services at their fingertips. Who’s Moving to Active Retirement Communities in Jacksonville, St. Augustine and Orange Park? Residents are typically in good health and don’t require complicated medical […]
