By 2040, there will be a projected 80 million seniors in the United States — that’s a quarter of the population! The Census Bureau projects that by 2060, there will be 95 million seniors among us. Medicine and technology continue to advance, and Americans are living longer. Baby boomers will make up part of those...
Some people find comfort in routines. The unknown can shake things up a bit too much sometimes, and having to constantly adjust and adapt can be exhausting, especially for a person with dementia. Establishing and sticking to a routine has proven to be incredibly helpful for those needing memory care. The brain doesn’t have to...
Is your relationship with your parent not what it used to be? Is the time that you once spent having meaningful interactions with them now spent assisting them with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), at doctor’s appointments, or otherwise caring for them out of obligation? The role reversal between parent and child can lead to...
If you’re in your mid-50s or mid-60s, you should be thinking about how you’re going to pay for long-term care in your senior years. One option is to purchase long-term care insurance. Long-term care insurance covers health care needs you may have later in life that will span over a longer period of time, such...
Navigating your way through the different senior living options can be daunting — especially if you’re not familiar with some of the nuances. The distinction between Assisted Living and Independent Living can seem confusing for some, as they both tend to emphasize independence, active living and a sense of community. While Assisted Living and Independent...
Smartphones can be a great tool for staying connected with your loved ones and the broader world, but their user interfaces and applications aren’t always designed with older adults in mind. Fortunately, many mobile developers have keyed in on this issue and created apps that can be easily used to enhance the lives of people...
If your loved one is in the mid-to-late stages of Alzheimer’s disease or another form of memory loss, you may have noticed something peculiar. They may wake up alert and lucid but, as the day goes on, things seem to change. By the time dinner comes around, they may become nonverbal, hostile or increasingly confused....
If you’re like most people, the idea of leaving your current home is near unthinkable. After all, it’s the place where you’ve lived, raised a family, and forged memories that last a lifetime. But once the kids have grown up and flown the nest, living in a big house might be hurting your long-term quality...
So, you’ve made up your mind and decided to move to an assisted living community. That’s great! We know that moving can be hard work – doubly so when you combine it with a major life transition. That’s why we put together this list of the most important things to consider, learn more about, and...
Whether you like dogs or cats (or lizards or birds) there are few things better in life than the unconditional love of an animal companion. But did you know that the pets we care for can make our lives happier, healthier, longer and more fulfilling? It’s true – there are tons of scientifically proven perks...