Many families care for older adults diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia at home. The benefits to in-home care are numerous, including keeping the loved one in familiar surroundings, having direct involvement in their care, and enjoying the company of family. However, since dementia is an incurable, degenerative condition that progresses over time, keeping the …
Searching for the right senior living community can be a daunting task, especially when you’re going through the process on your own. Whether you’re looking for Assisted Living, Memory Care, or Independent Living for the older adult in your life, there are many important aspects to consider. Certain factors spring to mind quickly: how the …
Many families who have a loved one diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia understand the challenges posed by caring for the older person at home. Since dementia conditions are both degenerative and progressive, the challenges will only become increasingly prevalent and potentially more dangerous. This is why families begin to look for alternate care options …
Assisted Living Locators works with thousands of families each year, helping to match their senior to the right Assisted Living, Memory, of Independent Living community. We often get the question “What is the right community?”. As advisors, we look for basic matches, like making sure the level of care matches the potential resident’s needs. In …
Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer that develops decades after exposure to asbestos, an exceptionally durable and fire-resistant construction material. In the past, asbestos was used on military and other types of large ships, in building construction, in vehicles, even in floor tiles. It is no longer used in virtually any application, and when …
Watching a family member start to lose their memory and other cognitive functions can be alarming and distressing. When you notice that they’re becoming frequently confused, slow, or disoriented, you may begin to suspect Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. While this can sometimes be an accurate hypothesis (over 6 million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease), it’s …
