How Long Should it Take to Adjust to a Dementia Care Community?
The adjustment period for a loved one transitioning into a dementia care community can span days, weeks, or months. Unfortunately, there’s no way to p...
Startling Facts About Alzheimer’s Disease in 2017
Talking about Alzheimer’s disease purely in terms of facts and statistics may seem a bit impersonal on one level. After all, this terrible condition affects families, and boiling it down to a series of numbers diminishes, at least on the surface, the...
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The Most Important Legal Documents for Seniors to Keep
As few as 44 percent of Americans have a will, and just 68 percent of seniors older than 65 one have a will, a Gallup poll found. Whether it’s because...
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Caregiver Tips for the Aging Parents ‘Moving’ Conversation
Starting the “moving” conversation with an aging parent is never easy. The idea of leaving a home after spending decades there brings a great deal of ...
The Real Danger in Ignoring the Warning Signs of Dementia
Just 40 to 50 percent of dementia cases have been diagnosed. That means most people suffering from Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia aren’t rece...
How to Talk to Your Parent About Becoming Power of Attorney
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How to Know When to Worry About Your Aging Parents
After seeing your aging parents over the holiday season, you might be wondering if you should be worrying or planning for some additional help. Did Mo...
Understanding Assisted Living: The Move-In Process
Now that you have chosen your assisted living community, your journey is just beginning! It’s time to start downsizing and packing, determining what y...
Life Enrichment: Ways to Improve Quality of Life After 65
Terms like ‘active’ and ‘successful’ are increasingly used to describe aging, especially with Baby Boomers refusing to ride off into the proverbial su...