A new poll reveals that the most stressful kind of caregiving is for a frail spouse. The population is aging, but unfortunately not many people are preparing for the time when they will require assistance despite the fact that government figures show nearly 7 in 10 Americans will need long-term care at some point after Read More
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The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program
Many people don’t know about the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, which is part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Every state has an ombudsman program, and their job is to act as advocates for people who are residents of assisted living facilities, nursing homes, board and care homes and other types of Read More
Selecting A Nursing Home For Your Loved One
Nursing homes or skilled nursing facilities, as they are also called, have a gloomy reputation and certainly through the years that reputation has been earned. However, more and more, nursing home directors are working hard to make their facilities as pleasant and homelike as possible. Still, when you are selecting a nursing home for your Read More
Reduce The Stress Of Moving Into Assisted Living
While it might seem like simply making the decision to move into an assisted living community was the toughest choice you have to make, for many people downsizing, packing and moving ends up being the most stressful part of the journey. Over the years we collect a lot of stuff, and many items have sentimental Read More
Animals – Therapy for Dementia & Alzheimer’s Patients
“Animals are such agreeable friends – they ask no questions, they pass no criticisms.” -George Eliot Animals are the perfect therapists and companions for individuals with Dementia / Alzheimer’s. They provide a huge amount of social support and unconditional love. Research shows that people with Dementia recognize a pet as friendly and non-threatening. When these Read More
Different Ways To Cover The Costs Of Eldercare
If you or your loved one is considering the option of eldercare, one of your biggest concerns might be how to pay for the monthly costs of board and care, in-home care or assisted living. These services can cost thousands of dollars each month, and it can be tough on one’s budget to handle the Read More
Seniors & Depression: Some Common Signs
While scientists might not know exactly what causes depression, many factors can contribute to the development of depression. Sometimes people mistakenly believe that depression is a normal occurrence when one becomes elderly, but it is a medical issue and requires treatment. Here are a few common signs of depression that you might see in older Read More
How To Bring Up The Topic Of Eldercare
If your loved one is getting older and you see that he or she is having more and more difficultly living independently, you might be thinking that some level of eldercare could be a great way to make life easier and safer. However, this is a highly sensitive topic and bringing up the subject of Read More
Signs of Elder Abuse
While there are certainly many assisted living facilities, nursing homes and in-home caregivers doing a fantastic job caring for the elderly, abuse is something that many family members worry about. As our loved ones age and are less able to live independently, often the only option is to find a facility or caregiver to help Read More
Chula Vista Veterans Home had HIV Scare
The Chula Vista Veterans Home Director was expelled this month due to a sudden increase in negative findings from state health inspectors. The most serious discovery was the failure to maintain sterilization equipment at the clinic where residents were receiving dental care. State health inspectors discovered that the equipment had not been working properly for Read More