We help connect seniors to senior services such as assisted living, dementia care, home care, independent living, rehabilitation centers, retirement living and senior living in and around Jacksonville including: Orange Park, Ponte Vedra, and St. Augustine.
Assisted Living and Senior Care facilities provide a warm and welcoming environment of care for Jacksonville seniors, in addition to helping with daily needs like medications, appointments, nutrition and round the clock security. Senior living and senior care facilities also go the extra mile to encourage new friendships and daily activities to keep residents healthy […]
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 […]
It goes without saying that providing round the clock care for loved ones is a tireless and sometimes thankless job. Many families take great joy in providing care to their loved ones in their own home; however the physical, emotional and financial consequences for the family caregiver can become overwhelming without regular outside support, such […]
Fall prevention is an important topic for seniors. As we get older, ongoing physical changes, health issues, and the medications used to treat those conditions make falls even more likely. In fact, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: One in four Americans aged 65+ falls each year. Every 11 seconds, an […]
As seniors take their independence very seriously, it can be difficult to talk to them about a possible move from their existing home to a Jacksonville senior living or nursing home community. It’s not always obvious that older adults need the professional help senior living facilities provide, so here are a few important things to […]
– Written by Frank Gaeta Jr Dressing and undressing is not something many of us put much thought into, it is just a part of our everyday routine. However, this simplest of tasks can be extremely difficult for people who are recovering from surgery, are dealing with chronic illness, have certain physical disabilities, or struggle […]
During the 2017 hurricanes many Jacksonville seniors were not only fearful, but found it necessary to be evacuated from their home. Family members and caregivers can help to eliminate this fear and uncertainty of the hurricane season by having a simple stay-at-home or evacuation plan in place. Here are things you can do to help […]
If your loved one is living in an assisted living or nursing home community, it’s important that you to stay involved by acting as their advocate. You will need to be their voice if your loved one has difficulty communicating due to memory loss or is simply uncomfortable expressing their personal needs, desires and concerns. […]
We all know the benefits of being physically active, but are you aware of the importance of being socially active as you age? Regular social contact plays an important part in improving your mood and overall quality of life. If you are enjoying regular social interactions, you may be putting yourself at risk for depression […]
