One of the most challenging situations a family can face is when a loved one requires medical care but is not able to make medical decisions for themselves, either due to physical incapacitation or dementia. In these cases, it may not be readily apparent who has the right to make medical decisions on behalf of Read More
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Health Tips For Residents Of Assisted Living In Yorba Linda
Staying fit can be difficult for anyone, but it can be especially tough for an older adult. If you have mobility issues or perhaps arthritis, it can be tough to exercise or prepare meals. Whether you live at home or perhaps at a community for assisted living in Yorba Linda, there are some easy ways Read More
Assisted Living In San Juan Capistrano: When To Consider Eldercare
While most adults seemingly would prefer to stay at home rather than consider board and care or assisted living in San Juan Capistrano, living independently is not always the best option. If you are an older adult or perhaps the child of an older adult, here are some signs that indicate that assisted living might Read More
Hospice Part 2 – Policies
The purpose of hospice care is to help people who are terminally ill to be as comfortable as possible by ensuring that not only their physical needs are met but also their social, emotional, and spiritual needs are met as well. Below are some hospice policies and how they might affect your family. Hospice care Read More
Gifts For Residents In Assisted Living In San Marcos, San Diego
Apartments at facilities for assisted living in San Marcos or San Diego County typically aren’t very large. Even a one-bedroom or two-bedroom apartment has a limited amount of space. While this actually simplifies life in many ways, if you are buying a gift for a loved one in assisted living, it does mean you need Read More
History of Hospice – Part 1
In 1963, a New York born, well-educated nurse by the name of Florence Wald attended a lecture given by Dr. Cicely Saunders of London, England regarding the care of terminal patients. Florence had always been interested in providing more appropriate end of life care, and continued to follow Dr. Saunders’ work for several years. Dr. Read More
Helpful Items For Residents Of Assisted Living In Irvine, Orange County
When you live in assisted living in Irvine or another Orange County city, many of your daily needs are handled by the facility staff. You don’t have to cook or clean, and most assisted living facilities offer laundry services, help with daily grooming and even medication management. Still, sometimes aging presents us with a few Read More
Assisted Living Laguna Niguel: Activities For Those With Dementia
Just because a loved one has dementia or Alzheimer’s, doesn’t mean that they aren’t capable of engaging in a variety of activities. Many facilities for assisted living in Laguna Niguel and throughout Orange County specialize in memory care and provide engaging and stimulating activities just for their residents with dementia. Often, the staff at your Read More
Medication Management for the Elderly
Medication management has been and continues to be an important issue for the elderly. A study conducted by Seymour and Eli Ehrenpreis, authors of The Prescription and Over-the-Counter Drug Guide for Seniors, revealed that 14% of the US population is over 65. Since the average senior over 65 takes 5 prescription, that 14% is responsible Read More
Understanding Dementia – What’s Sundown Syndrome?
While there are many difficulties associated with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, sundown syndrome is one about which you might not know. This is an issue that many people with dementia face and facilities for assisted living in San Diego often have some strategies for dealing with this issue. What’s Sundown Syndrome? In a nutshell, sundowning Read More