Important note: If you found this article because an elderly loved one has wandered off and can’t be located, call 911 right away. Do not wait 24 hours or even 30 minutes. Every second is crucial to getting the person home safely. Tell the police that the missing person has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease …
Change can be difficult under almost any circumstances. However, change that involves uprooting oneself to move into a new home can trigger a wave of different emotions. Fear, anxiety, excitement, hope – all of these feelings and more can rush to the surface as you start a new life in fresh surroundings. For older adults …
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 the Activities of Daily Living (ADLs). …
When someone is diagnosed with dementia, their head fills with lots of questions, such as: As a Senior Living Advisor (Mike McClernon, 516-254-9481), I’m often asked what life is like for a resident of a specialized Dementia Unit or Community. As you probably know, this type of care, often called Memory Care, is Assisted Living …
When families start searching for a Senior Living Community on Long Island for an elderly loved one, they’re faced with choosing which level of care will be required. As a Long Island Senior Living Advisor (Mike McClernon, 516-254-9481), I find that some families find it a bit challenging choosing between Assisted Living and Memory Care. …
Deciding whether to “place” a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia in Memory Care can be difficult for your family. You want to ensure that your older relatives have the best quality of life but not knowing what their days will be like in Memory Care can be scary. You might also have grown …
