Memory changes are a normal part of growing older. Most of us have probably walked into a room and forgotten why or spent a few frustrated minutes searching for our keys or glasses. These moments are annoying but not cause for alarm. Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia are different. Knowing the difference between […]
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There’s a scene near the end of the movie “The Notebook” that stays with people long after the credits roll. Noah, aging and sharp-minded, sits beside his wife, Allie, in the care home where she lives. She has Alzheimer’s. She doesn’t always know his name. But he reads their love story to her every day. […]
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According to the Administration for Community Living, someone who is 65 today has a 70% chance of needing some sort of long-term care. And the best time to think about senior living is well before you need it. But thinking about senior living can bring up a lot of questions. For many older adults, the […]
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Choosing a senior living community involves many considerations, but one of the most pressing concerns for families is understanding the costs. It can be hard to accurately compare different facilities when they use different pricing models. Here’s what you need to know to make an informed decision. All-inclusive monthly fee The most straightforward model is […]
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If you’re caring for an aging parent, spouse, or other loved one, you know how demanding the role can be. Between managing medications, preparing meals, helping with personal care, and providing companionship, caregiving often becomes a round-the-clock responsibility. It’s meaningful work, but it’s also exhausting. That’s where respite care comes in—and it might be exactly […]
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Choosing a senior living community is a big decision. Whether you’re exploring options for yourself or a loved one, nothing can replace seeing a community for yourself by taking a tour. But with so many details to observe and questions to ask, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or miss important red flags. Here are seven […]
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Our parents spend the first decades of our lives making sure we have everything we need to be happy, healthy, and successful. It can feel like quite the role reversal when, as an adult, you must make critical decisions on their behalf—particularly when cognitive decline has taken away their ability to make those choices for themselves. We […]
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When a loved one moves to senior living, it can involve a mix of emotions. You may experience some relief knowing that they are in a safe and caring environment, especially if they previously struggled with daily activities. At the same time, it may feel somewhat helpless to live far away from a loved one […]
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If you’ve started researching senior living options for yourself or a loved one, you’ve likely experienced sticker shock. With monthly costs ranging from $3,000 to $10,000 or more, many families wonder why senior living communities are so expensive. The answer isn’t simple, but understanding the factors behind these costs can help you make more informed […]
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According to new research, the average time between the onset of symptoms and an official diagnosis of dementia is 3.5 years. That can mean a lot of doctor appointments, both in pursuit of a diagnosis and as your loved one’s condition progresses. When someone with cognitive decline goes to the doctor, they may not accurately […]
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