Making the choice to transition to assisted living can be confusing, scary, and a source of conflicted emotions. It’s a tough decision that the elderly and their adult children must face together. Navigating difficult conversations filled with strong emotions can be enough of a challenge. Let’s take an objective look and talk about the real … Read more
Whether you are the senior–or the loved one tasked with making critical care decisions, aging and emotions go hand in hand. There will be times when your feelings are hurt, when you struggle with rejection or the fear of facing mortality. Disagreements that put distance in the relationships with those you love could also occur. … Read more
Every year, thousands of families in the United States make the difficult decision to place their senior loved ones in an assisted living facility. Most do so after weighing numerous options such as hiring a live-in aid or going to a nursing home. If you’re currently trying to decide on your parent’s or relative’s living … Read more
Healthy aging is based on a combination of factors, many of which are well known. These include eating balanced, nutritious meals; engaging in lots of exercise, and getting adequate sleep. However, the importance of strong friendships, especially at a Boynton Beach assisted living community, is often overlooked. Research shows that friendships contribute significantly to health … Read more
Most older people want to age in place. However, sometimes the time comes when this is no longer practical and moving into an assisted living community in Florida is the best choice. Assisted living provides an opportunity for seniors to maintain some independence while getting help with personal care and minor medical needs. Despite the benefits, … Read more
It’s no secret that people are living longer. With age comes a number of changes and for many older people, living alone or with relatives is no longer feasible. If your parent or loved one is in relatively good health but living at home is proving to be a challenge, you may want to consider … Read more
Your senior years bring challenges but as with all stages of life, there are also some accompanying joys. Yet, when we think about growing older, many people only think about the aches and pains or potential for loneliness. In this blog post, we’ll talk about some of the benefits that come with growing older. Whether … Read more
For many people, a new year presents the perfect opportunity to make changes. If you’re the caregiver of an older adult, you may often put their needs above yours. However, it may be time to take a fresh look at your expectations and attitudes regarding care. It’s almost impossible to be a perfect caregiver and … Read more
If you and your elderly mom or dad have agreed that assisted living is the next step, you now need to choose the best facility for them. Given all the available care options, it can be difficult to know which assisted living facility in Florida is the right one. In addition to factors like cost, … Read more
As we get older, we tend to become more forgetful. Minor problems with memory can be normal and they are often due to age-related changes in both the structure of the brain and its functioning. If your parent is starting to forget where they left their keys or whether they paid the cable bill, you … Read more
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