There are many different types of senior care assistance and living options and understanding the benefits and limits of each one will help you make the right decision. It’s also important to remember that needs may change over time, so you’ll want to consider carefully the potential for care requirements in the future. Your Assisted …
Most of us don’t want to think about the day when we can no longer take care of ourselves, or when our loved ones can no longer live on their own. However, the reality is that we all will need some kind of long-term care. This means we may need assistance with daily activities, such …
When a senior begins a new life in an Assisted Living community, I often hear, “My mother’s life changed for the better when she was placed in an Assisted Living community. So did mine!” The daughter of a woman I placed in Assisted Living told me, “This past year has been a transitional one for …
Pictured above is Lucy, a typical pet therapy dog breed. Pet therapy is one of the most popular activities in any Dementia Care or Assisted Living community. Specially trained dogs (mainly) provide comfort to seniors and bring a special calm to those suffering from Dementia related to Alzheimer’s and other conditions. One problem holding back …
Older adults may experience a multitude of health conditions. Assisted Living Locators of Long Island is sharing some health conditions that often lead to successful placement in Assisted Living or Memory Care. Dementia Associated with Alzheimer’s or Other Neurological Conditions Dementia is a symptom, like pain. For seniors, the cause can be traced to a …
Assisted Living communities are crucial to senior care, but what does it mean to need assisted living? National Assisted Living Week, September 8-14, recognizes the role of assisted living in caring for America’s seniors and individuals with disabilities. Assisted living communities are crucial to senior care because they provide so much support to the elderly …
