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Empower Yourself Now to Make the Best Decisions for Your Loved One.
Latest Coronavirus News and Updates Affecting Older Adults and How to Keep and Protected
Doctors, Gerontologists and Aging Experts giving you their Top Tips & Advice
Senior Health & Wellness, including tips on how to have a Healthy Senior Lifestyle
Dealing with the Death of a Loved One and Ways to Cope With Grief and Loss Especially for Seniors
Essential Tips on How to Effectively Manage the Funds of Seniors inc. Legal Issues and Solutions
Crucial Senior Safety Tips and Articles Inc. Home Safety Guidelines for Seniors and Keeping Them Protected
Travel Guide for Seniors including Travel Deals and Vacation Packages. Designed for Seniors Who Love to Travel
Planning for Future Senior Living Care Needs
Preparing for your Loved Ones that need Senior Living can be overwhelming and stressful. Go over some useful reminders and tips so you can be best prepared to make the best decision possible.
Choosing the Right Senior Living Community or Care Home
Discover all of your care options, advice on touring more communities or care homes to compare, asking the right questions, being thorough during the tour, what to observe, what to ask, planning finances and more. You won’t want to miss this.
Essential Checklist When Touring a Senior Living Community
View this punch list of questions you need to be asking when touring Senior Living. Plan ahead and ensure your Loved Ones get the best care they deserve
Factors that Influence Senior Care Fees
Quick article on the factors that go into determining your monthly rent and care payment. If you’re working with a budget, make sure not to miss how you or a family member can make care for your loved one more affordable.
How to Find Affordable Senior Living Options
If you’re working with a budget, make sure not to miss how you can make senior living for your loved one more affordable.
Senior Living Move In Discounts
Learn about the “Monthly Rent” Model vs. the “Buy-In Purchase” Model. From move in gifts, reduction in deposit, reduction in community fees. Learn what your options are.
What to Pack for the Move to Senior Living
You’ve decided on the Right Senior Living Community or Care Home for your Loved Ones. Here’s some quick tips to go over that can help you save time.
Learn from Neurologist Dr. Vincent Fortanasce, MD, about the most asked about questions on Alzheimer’s Disease
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The Cost of Senior Living has been constantly increasing this past few years. It…
If you need to move your aging loved one amid the coronavirus, you will definitely need to consider the following…
Starting the search? Here is everything that you need to know. You’ll find the basics: who it’s for, services provided, costs, how to find it and more.
10 telling signs to determine if your loved one needs assisted living right now or in the future. Their safety is #1 and knowing when they need professional care is crucial.
Learn Tips from Industry Doctors on How To Choose The Right Senior Living Facility, Ask the Right Questions, and Be Able to Spot The Good From the Bad.
Are Mom & Dad showing signs they need care? Learn today how to spot warning signs and how to tell a good community (or home) from the bad.
Preparing to Tour? Find out what you need to look for when touring a Senior Living Community or Care Home.
The National Average Cost of Assisted Living is $3,400 per month. Are you ready for the costs of Senior Living? Here are some tips to make it afforable.
Learn From Guides Such As What Is Senior Living, Typical Costs In Your Area, Services That Are Offered, Senior Living Touring Checklists, Guides in Choosing The Right Care, Regulation and Licensing, Programs That Can Help Pay For Care, and Much More.
From Treating Notable Figures Like the Pope and Dalai Lama, to Pulitzer Prize Nominees, Learn What These Famous Geriatrics Experts Have to Say on Elderly Care.
Residential Care Home vs Assisted Living Community Being in the Senior Care Industry for over 20 years now, I would say that one of the most common questions I get from families is: “Will it be better to move mom/dad to a Residential Care Home or an Assisted Living Community?” It’s not a simple […]
Assisted living costs are getting more and more expensive. In fact, the average annual increase for assisted living is about 5%. Families should know that the monthly assisted living cost will basically depend on the senior’s care needs and the type of room they select. Before you sign the Assisted Living move-in contract, be […]
The cost of long-term care is getting higher and higher every year. The average cost of Assisted Living in the U.S is $4,300 per month (Source: Genworth). Generally, Health Insurance policies, including Medicare, do not cover the cost of Assisted Living or Memory Care. However, Medicare may pay for short-term rehab after a hospital […]
Over the past few years, you may have noticed that there has been a shift in who uses social media most often. Facebook, in particular, is not just for young people anymore. In fact, more senior users than ever before are logging onto the social media platform on a daily basis. Overall, technology […]
March is National Nutrition Month—what better time for seniors to get serious about eating healthy? A health-conscious diet can help stave off the effects of heart disease, diabetes, Alzheimer’s and other ailments that hamper the quality of life for seniors. Follow these dos and don’ts to help kick-start a new, healthier you. Do eat more […]
Mealtime for patients with dementia care can be a challenge. This may be due to several reasons like confusion, lack of taste, or maybe unable to recognize the signs of hunger. Forcing the elderly to eat or punishing them for not eating shouldn’t be an option. Try to find the reason why your loved one […]
According to the Center for Disease Control, 795,000 Americans suffer from strokes every year, making it the most common disability seen among adults. With 160,000 deaths in the United States linked to these attacks on the brain, strokes are one of the leading causes of death in Americans. For those fortunate enough to survive a […]
As people age, their personal state of health and well-being should take a larger role in life. Through diet and exercise, the physical side of health is often the prime focus of the aging rather than mental health. Perhaps due to the stigma surrounding it, mental health is often overlooked. The World Health Organization (WHO) […]
Medical research and subsequent breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s treatment are advancing at a fast and furious pace—and 2017 may prove to be a benchmark year. While it is too soon to say that the cure for this disease is right around the corner, the news and research is trending in a positive direction. For those […]
Everyone knows someone suffering from arthritis, a joint disease that a staggering 54.4 million Americans have; that equals about one in four. The rate of elderly people who suffer from arthritis is even higher—49.6% of people over the age of 65 have reported symptoms of arthritis to their doctors. Arthritis is not simply the […]
As people age, a healthy lifestyle as well as regular visits to a doctor become more and more important. With June being Men’s Health Month, here are some pointers for senior men and their loved ones to achieve and maintain a healthy body and mind. 1. Regular visits to the doctor Even if a […]
Loss of vision is all too common in the aging. As June is Cataract Awareness Month, it is the perfect time for seniors to learn more about the best ways to combat the effects of this condition. Cataracts are the leading cause of vision loss in the United States and the leading cause of […]
Dementia is a serious concern for aging Americans, but there are things that seniors can do to help stave off symptoms of mental decline—starting with living a healthy lifestyle. What Is Dementia? Dementia is an umbrella term for the decline of mental ability to the point where it interferes with daily life. Dementia is not […]
For seniors taking the next step in their lives, health and healthcare are at the forefront of their minds. One all too common health problem in seniors that is often unfortunately overlooked, however, is depression. Depression in older adults can be ignored or unnoticed, and it often slips through the cracks. A major reason for […]
Yoga is not just for the young and fit — seniors can reap the many benefits yoga offer as well. Millions of Americans practice yoga regularly, and it is no wonder why that number continues to increase. It may sound like a cliché, but practicing yoga truly benefits the mind, body and spirit, and every […]
The most important thing to understand about breast cancer is that if it is detected early, it can be treated successfully 98% of the time. While this may sound wonderful, it puts the impetus on women to be mindful of the disease. Everyone knows someone who has been touched by breast cancer. Instead of […]
Shorter days, a slight chill in the air, changing leaves — and a fever, sore throat, body aches and fatigue. As fall transitions into winter, the dreaded flu season tags along for the ride. While everyone can end up feeling the wrath of influenza, seniors, as a group, are the most susceptible to the virus. […]
Coronavirus and Seniors do not go well together and it has led to the majority of initial fatalities thus far. Worldwide, the median age of people who have died was 75 years old (range 48-89) according to the US National Library of Medicine. Now with the virus spreading in the US, it has already claimed […]
CORONAVIRUS Why Is It Affecting Seniors? Dr. Jacqueline DuPont, PhD (Gerontologist / Aging Expert) During the past few weeks, we’ve been hearing about how the Coronavirus has been affecting the senior population the most. Why are seniors more susceptible to the coronavirus? Seniors already have chronic illness. Their immune system is not as […]
CORONAVIRUS Are Senior Care Facilities Prepared for the Coronavirus? Dr. Jacqueline DuPont, PhD (Gerontologist and Aging Expert) explains the Best Practices for Senior Care Facilities and how to deal with the Coronavirus. In this video: Are Assisted Living Facilities and Long-Term Care Facilities Prepared for Coronavirus? What should assisted living facilities do to […]
CORONAVIRUS Be Aware, Not Anxious Dr. Jacqueline DuPont, PhD (Gerontologist and Aging Expert) explains why it is important to “Be Aware, But Not Anxious” when discussing the Coronavirus. Viruses, Flu, Infections have been affecting Seniors for years. Get Informed and Be Calm. Coronavirus has now been confirmed as pandemic by The World Health Organization. […]
CORONAVIRUS 5 Steps: Proper Hand Washing Dr. Jacqueline DuPont, PhD (Gerontologist and Aging Expert) shares what are the 5 Steps to Proper Hand Washing. Your hands can be exposed to lots of dirt, bacteria and even viruses. Learn how you and your loved ones can stay protected from the Coronavirus. Washing your hands is key […]
We are currently experiencing a global pandemic. Everyone is worried. One of the greatest challenges we are facing is the uncertainty about the Novel Coronavirus, also known as COVID-19. No one really knows how deadly the coronavirus is. There have been lots of efforts to develop vaccines and treatments for the coronavirus. Unfortunately, as […]
CORONAVIRUS How to Keep Seniors Sanitized and Feeling Good Dr. Jacqueline DuPont, PhD (Gerontologist and Aging Expert) shares how to keep our older loved ones sanitized, feeling good and safe from the Novel Coronavirus. Here’s What You Can Do 1) Spread Awareness – Text or Email this to other Loved Ones, Family or Friends that may benefit Link: https://seniorcarehomes.com/senior-living-videos/coronavirus-5-steps-to-proper-hand-washing/ […]
What should you do if you are infected with Coronavirus? There is so much information on how to prevent the spread of coronavirus, but not really enough on what to do if you are infected with Coronavirus (COVID-19) or suspect you have it. Currently, the supply for the coronavirus test kits is very limited and […]
Coronavirus has dramatically changed the way we interact with family and friends, most especially our elderly loved ones. Reducing physical isolation from the community is an effective way to protect the elderly population from the coronavirus, especially now that delta variant cases have been on the rise. It is very important to know […]
CORONAVIRUS After the Peak of the Pandemic Dr. Jacqueline DuPont, PhD (Gerontologist and Aging Expert) shares what you can do to keep your Elderly Loved One Protected After the Peak. What is the New Normal in Senior Care? Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, there is a little bit of fear. We just have […]
New Normal When Economy Re-opens After several weeks of staying home due to the coronavirus pandemic, the economy is now starting to reopen in different states. Although there are many looking forward to the reopening of the economy, a good number of us are still a little bit concerned. There is some […]
How Do Assisted Living Facilities Respond to the Coronavirus Pandemic? It’s been a few months now since we first heard about the Coronavirus, also known as COVID-19. Although, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) have provided us with a lot of important information about […]
How The Coronavirus is Changing Senior Care Now that the economy has slowly reopened, more and more families are slowly trying to get back to their normal life. But will life after the coronavirus ever be the same? Only time will tell, but for now we need to get used to the “New Normal.” […]
