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

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

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

Selecting A Board & Care Home

A board and care home, also known as a residential care facility, is a popular option for eldercare. There are thousands of these facilities throughout the United States and hundreds of them in Orange County and San Diego County. Selecting the right home for your loved one can seem like an overwhelming task. Here are Read More

Questions To Ask When Visiting An Assisted Living Facility

Assisted Living is an option that can be appealing to older adults that need a little bit of help with daily tasks but still wish to live an active and independent lifestyle. Many of your personal and custodial needs are met in these types of communities, and you also enjoy a wide range of social Read More

Eden Alternative Philosophy of Nursing Care for the Elderly

According to a 2007 study done for Congress by Andrew R. Sommers, a Public Health Analyst, the mortality rate for persons born in the 20th century increased from about 47 years in 1900 to almost 78 years by the year 2004. In an interview conducted by Swedish journalist Henrik Lennart with American scientist and demographer Read More