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Improving Health and Happiness in Assisted Living
Improving Health and Happiness in Assisted Living Moving parents or grandparents into a senior living community can be a big transition for everyone involved. So many questions go into this next step in a loved one’s life. Where will they move? Will they like it? How will they get taken care of? Choosing the right senior living is one step, but making sure a new resident is happy is another very important factor. Being surrounded by a community has shown that it can improve the quality of life for longer, especially more than living alone. The idea of assisted living can be scary for some seniors, claiming they “don’t want…
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Make a Senior Smile This Holiday Season
With the holidays almost upon us, it’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of work, shopping and family obligations. But if you find yourself with some spare time on your hands this season, consider taking some time to brighten the holidays for someone else – especially someone who could use a little extra help this year. To make it easier, we’ve created a list of places where you can give back to seniors and/or other people in need this holiday season by delivering items that will bring them joy and make their lives just a little bit easier!The holiday season is a time for giving, and…
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Crafting a Memory Board
Crafting A Memory Board Memories are something precious in our lives and we want to hold on to them as long as we can. Unfortunately for some seniors, dementia makes this difficult. Memory loss and simple problem-solving tasks become harder for them and affect their daily lives. To help with this, seniors create memory boards to put their most cherished memories and keepsakes down so they can look back at it and see it visually in front of them. What are memory boards? Memory boards are a project that helps keep the past alive. Seniors can reminisce on either a certain period of their life, or their whole life on…
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Songbird
Songbird is an incredible program where 7th and 8th grade Chorus and Musical Theatre students at Avalon Middle School share music and establish relationships with elders living with dementia. Following a 4-week training period, students are partnered with Memory Care Residents at Encore at Avalon Park Assisted Living. Using Music & Memory strategies, the students learn about what kind of music their residents love and connect to, then they research and share that music during weekly visits. The results are breathtaking – people whose disease has taken away their ability to fully and authentically express themselves are gifted with moments of clarity and joy. Their reactions range from a simple…
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4 Warning Signs Of Dementia
One of the scariest aspects of dementia is that the signs of the debilitating condition can be quite subtle. Dementia itself is a group of symptoms that severely affect one’s memory, thinking, and social abilities. While Alzheimer’s is the most common cause of dementia, there are other warning signs of dementia to look out for in the behavior of the senior loved one in your life. Common Dementia Symptoms Here are a few common early signs of dementia in seniors: Sudden Language Issues – Everyone misspeaks, gets tongue-tied, or fumbles with their words at times. Therefore, it may not seem alarming if your beloved senior suddenly forgets a word or…
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4 Natural Sleep Remedies for Elderly
As we age, it can sometimes become increasingly difficult to fall asleep at night. However, instead of settling for restless nights, there are actually many natural sleep remedies for elderly people that can help guide them to a more peaceful and relaxing slumber. Common Natural Sleep Remedies for Elderly Folks Melatonin Melatonin is a vital hormone for getting proper rest at night. Unfortunately, it decreases its natural production in the body over time. However, the elderly can make up for this decrease in melatonin production by taking melatonin supplements before you go to sleep. These supplements even come in an easy-to-eat gummy form, making it one of the simplest natural…
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The Best Activities for the Seniors In Assisted Living
Remaining active, involved, and social is important for those of any age, but it is especially important for seniors. If you’re interested in a more involved and active schedule for the seniors in your life, consider some of the best activities for seniors living in assisted living communities. Great Assisted Living Activities for the Seniors in Your Life Exercise Classes Maintaining a healthy exercise schedule is something that is vital towards maintaining a senior’s health. However, exercising alone can be boring, making it hard to stay motivated. This is why participating in an exercise class can be so fun. Many assisted living communities offer group exercise classes that are tailored…
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Does Medicare Cover Memory Care Facilities?
At a certain age, senior loved ones reach a point where they can no longer live on their own due to old age, memory loss, or signs of dementia. Such developments may cause you to consider a long-term care solution for the senior in your life; however, many seniors don’t have the financial means to afford a memory care facility. Therefore, you may be wondering, “Does Medicare cover memory care?” Does Medicare Cover Memory Care? Those seeking memory care coverage may be surprised to learn that Medicare typically does not cover services that are non-medical in nature. So if you’re looking for a long-term memory care facility for your beloved…
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How to Pay for Assisted Living?
One thing that keeps many seniors from receiving the assisted living they need is the cost. However, there are actually many different ways to go about handling the finances of assisted living. In fact, there are programs that can help pay for assisted living costs. If you’re wondering how to pay for assisted living for yourself or the senior in your life, then here are some methods that may help. Great Tips for How to Pay for Assisted Living Check for Veteran Benefits. When trying to figure out how to pay for assisted living, one of the first things you should ask is if you or your senior have access…
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The Best Superfoods for Seniors
Maintaining a good diet that is rich with superfoods is important for those of any age, but it is especially important for seniors. Here are some of the best superfoods for seniors to keep them feeling healthy, satisfied, and energized. Easy and Accessible Superfoods for Seniors Kale Leafy greens in general are full of health benefits and kale is the king of leafy greens, making it one of the best superfoods for seniors. Rich with lutein and vitamin K, kale is great for improving eye health, bone health, and lowering blood pressure. Dark Chocolate When we go on diets, we often believe that we have to cut out chocolate. However,…
