In recent years, companies have made greater strides to gather feedback from their customers regarding their performance. At almost every major restaurant or retail establishment, consumers are asked to participate in surveys and are incentivized with either small rewards like a free appetizer or dessert to larger lottery style rewards like a chance for a Read More
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Assisted Living San Diego: Choosing The Right Facility
Obviously simply making the decision to move into a facility for assisted living in San Diego is a huge decision. The next step is to select the best possible assisted living facility, and often people worry that they are not finding the “perfect” place for themselves or for a loved one. When you are searching Read More
4 Things Your Caregiver Needs To Know
Moving into a board and care home or an assisted living facility is a huge adjustment. Likewise, hiring in-home care also brings about many changes to your daily life. While the extra help can be exactly what you need to make life easier, the transition can be tricky. You can make the process easier by Read More
How To Help Seniors Avoid Social Isolation
Older Americans often endure social isolation, particularly those who live alone. While many people enjoy a certain level of solitude, social interaction can greatly increase your happiness and reduce depression. Here are four ways to ensure to combat this social isolation. 1. Provide Or Find Transportation Often social isolation occurs because an older person simply Read More
Regulations for Care Homes Regarding Food Safety and Preparation
At the end of November, tragedy struck in Loomis, a small suburb of Sacramento, when 4 people died after consuming poisonous mushrooms that were used in a soup served at a small residential board and care. Much of the subsequent internet chatter pertained to what kinds of regulations that licensed care homes follow regarding food Read More
The Driving Dilemma: When It’s Time To Give Up The Car
When we passed our first driver’s test at the ripe old age of 16, we couldn’t wait to get behind the wheel. Having a car and driving meant just one thing: freedom. Unfortunately, as we age, many seniors find that although their overall health is good, their reflexes, vision and ability to drive declines. Giving Read More
Facing Elder Abuse
When we hear the word abuse, we might picture physical assault or severe neglect. Cases of abuse that receive the most attention involve victims who are children, domestic partners, or animals. But what about the abuse of senior citizens? According to the local District Attorney, San Diego “handles approximately 9,000 cases of elder and dependent Read More
Welcome Gifts For Those Moving Into Eldercare
Let’s face it, moving into an eldercare facility, even a swanky assisted living facility, is a huge adjustment. As a friend or family member, it can be nice to offer a gift to the person who is making the change. Here are a few suggestions that might be most welcome to someone in an eldercare Read More
Common Infections To Look For In The Elderly
As we age, our bodies tend to work less efficiently and years of wear and tear can make us more prone to certain types of infections. There are several infections that are quite common in the elderly, and here are a few of the common infections and some of the signs you might need to Read More
When a Parent Passes Away: How to Help the Surviving Spouse
Many in the baby boom generation are experiencing the death of an aging parent. It is always a tragic and difficult experience when a parent passes away, but it can be even more devastating to the surviving spouse. The loss of a life partner can leave the survivor uncertain about the future and unable to Read More