According to recent statistics, more than 810,000 Americans currently stay in assisted living communities, which accounts for 88% of all senior residential care community inhabitants. The marriage vows may very well say “in sickness and in health”; sometimes, it is difficult to give justice when one spouse needs more care than the other. When you […]
If you find yourself spending several hours a day providing your loved one with care and support, assisted living can help. Kingwood assisted living facilities to offer personalized care programs and services to fit the specific needs of seniors. As our parents and grandparents grow old with time, it becomes difficult for them to cope […]
This Thanksgiving, give thanks for your elders. It's a chance to relax with those who have walked a long road, and it's a time to honor the lessons they've learned. Thanksgiving Day is a time to gather with family and friends, enjoy a delicious meal, and give thanks for all that we have. But it […]
Halloween Activities For the Elderly with Alzheimer It's the time of year when we dress up in costumes and go door-to-door collecting candy, or just stay at home and watch horror movies. But what if you're not a young adult anymore? What if you're a senior who wants to celebrate Halloween with your friends, but […]
Connecting with people is vital for everyone, but it is essential for seniors. If you have watched grandparents and great-grandparents struggle with isolation and loneliness over the years, you know how powerful this issue can be. Being disconnected from the world can be devastating for seniors who live alone or have limited mobility. Approximately 25% […]
Alzheimer’s takes years to spread & show its symptoms. Having a future plan & active conversation with aging parents is an essential act of the preparation for such an adverse life event. Alzheimer's is a slow-progressing disease & can keep lingering for years & decades. Such prolonged duration can bring a strain on your financial planning […]
Researchers uncover new insights into Alzheimer's disease A new study by Florida State University researchers may help answer some of the most perplexing questions surrounding Alzheimer's disease, an incurable and progressive illness affecting millions of families around the globe. FSU Assistant Professor of Psychology Aaron Wilber and graduate student Sarah Danielle Benthem showed that the […]
The Progression of Alzheimer's Disease Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a slowly progressing, irreversible neurodegenerative brain disease with a long preclinical phase (up to 20 years) and an average clinical duration of 8 to 10 years. The progression of AD is accompanied by changes to the brain that serve as disease biomarkers. Normal aging vs. Alzheimer’s […]
Thinking Of Transferring Your Loved One To A Memory Care Facility? When you’ve decided that the right choice for your loved one is to transition to a memory care facility, there are some steps you can take to make it easier and less stressful for all those involved. 1. Do your research. Talk to your […]
According to recent statistics, more than 810,000 Americans currently stay in assisted living communities, which accounts for 88% of all senior residential care community inhabitants. The marriage vows may very well say “in sickness and in health”; sometimes, it is difficult to give justice when one spouse needs more care than the other. When you […]
If you find yourself spending several hours a day providing your loved one with care and support, assisted living can help. Kingwood assisted living facilities to offer personalized care programs and services to fit the specific needs of seniors. As our parents and grandparents grow old with time, it becomes difficult for them to cope […]
This Thanksgiving, give thanks for your elders. It's a chance to relax with those who have walked a long road, and it's a time to honor the lessons they've learned. Thanksgiving Day is a time to gather with family and friends, enjoy a delicious meal, and give thanks for all that we have. But it […]
Halloween Activities For the Elderly with Alzheimer It's the time of year when we dress up in costumes and go door-to-door collecting candy, or just stay at home and watch horror movies. But what if you're not a young adult anymore? What if you're a senior who wants to celebrate Halloween with your friends, but […]
Connecting with people is vital for everyone, but it is essential for seniors. If you have watched grandparents and great-grandparents struggle with isolation and loneliness over the years, you know how powerful this issue can be. Being disconnected from the world can be devastating for seniors who live alone or have limited mobility. Approximately 25% […]
Alzheimer’s takes years to spread & show its symptoms. Having a future plan & active conversation with aging parents is an essential act of the preparation for such an adverse life event. Alzheimer's is a slow-progressing disease & can keep lingering for years & decades. Such prolonged duration can bring a strain on your financial planning […]
Researchers uncover new insights into Alzheimer's disease A new study by Florida State University researchers may help answer some of the most perplexing questions surrounding Alzheimer's disease, an incurable and progressive illness affecting millions of families around the globe. FSU Assistant Professor of Psychology Aaron Wilber and graduate student Sarah Danielle Benthem showed that the […]
The Progression of Alzheimer's Disease Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a slowly progressing, irreversible neurodegenerative brain disease with a long preclinical phase (up to 20 years) and an average clinical duration of 8 to 10 years. The progression of AD is accompanied by changes to the brain that serve as disease biomarkers. Normal aging vs. Alzheimer’s […]
Thinking Of Transferring Your Loved One To A Memory Care Facility? When you’ve decided that the right choice for your loved one is to transition to a memory care facility, there are some steps you can take to make it easier and less stressful for all those involved. 1. Do your research. Talk to your […]