When an elderly loved one’s care needs exceed what their family can provide, moving to an assisted living facility ensures that their care needs are consistently met. However, a critical aspect of placement that families and other placement services sometimes overlook is considering care options that cover the person’s
Almost every medical professional will emphasize the significance of movement in maintaining overall health and well-being. However, as we age, we may develop health issues that limit our mobility. Effective osteoarthritis management becomes increasingly important in addressing these issues. Osteoarthritis is a prime culprit affecting older people’s ability to
According to statistics, nearly 1,000,000 Americans currently live with Parkinson’s disease. With approximately 60,000 Americans diagnosed each year, experts predict that the number of Parkinson’s disease patients in the United States will grow to 1.2 million by 2030. That’s not an insignificant number of people who will require specialized
Many families choose to look after an elderly loved one when they need assistance. Providing care is a wonderful way of paying back everything our parents or grandparents have done for them. However, as people age, they become increasingly reliant on us for support with what is known as
