Moving an aging loved one from their longtime home is never an easy decision to make. Unfortunately, many families avoid making this important decision, often waiting until an emergency arises to move their older loved ones into a retirement community. The truth is that living outside a senior living community can prevent older adults from […]
4 Things You Didn’t Know About Assisted Living
If you’re just beginning the assisted living search for yourself or a loved one, you may be wondering what to expect. You’re not alone. Many people aren’t clear about what assisted living means, often confusing the term with outdated “nursing homes” of the past. The truth is that assisted living is a relatively new living […]
The Power of Rehabilitation: National Rehabilitation Awareness Week 2017
Each September, the National Rehabilitation Awareness Foundation celebrates the power of rehabilitation with National Rehabilitation Awareness Week. This week is a time to educate people about the impact and benefits of physical rehabilitation for children, adults, and older adults. It’s also a time to celebrate the impact of rehabilitation professionals including, physical therapists, speech language […]
3 Hidden Perks of Short Term Rehab Care for Seniors
If you aren’t ready to return home from the hospital after a major surgery, illness, or injury, your doctor may recommend that you receive treatment in a rehabilitation center to enhance your recovery. What some families don’t realize is that they have options when it comes to selecting a rehabilitation center to receive treatment. Typically, […]
How to Navigate Tough Conversations with Aging Parents
The decision to move an aging relative from their longtime home into a retirement community can be one of the most difficult decisions a family can make. Some families avoid the conversation altogether, often waiting until an emergency arises to move their loved ones into a retirement community. However, finding the right retirement community for […]
3 Myths About Assisted Living
If you’re ready to start the conversation about assisted living with your aging parents, you may have to address their concerns and objections. That’s because many older adults harbor ill-conceived notions about assisted living and retirement communities that simply aren’t true. The words “retirement community” or “assisted living,” may conjure up images of outdated nursing […]
How Short Term Senior Rehabilitation is Helping Stroke Patients
According to the National Stroke Association, stroke is the leading cause of long-term disability and the fifth leading cause of death in the United States. Nearly three-quarters of all stroke patients are adults over the age of 65. Experiencing a stroke can drastically alter a person’s daily life, often impacting their vision, speech, and mobility. […]
Tips for Visiting a Loved One in a Short-term Rehab Center
Following a hospital stay due to a surgery, illness, or injury, older adults often transition from the hospital to a short-term rehabilitation center to continue their recovery and regain strength before returning home. Having friends or family visit can help older adults in a short-term rehab center up stay uplifted and motivated throughout their recovery. […]
3 Reasons to Get an Early Start on the Assisted Living Search
Moving to an assisted living community can be one of the hardest decisions families make for an aging relative. As a result, some families delay having important conversations with loved ones, often waiting until a crisis arises to move into a senior living community. However, moving to an assisted living facility can also be one […]
Home Safety Checklist for Older Adults
While many older adults want to stay in their homes for as long as possible, most houses are not built to safely accommodate their changing health needs. According to the National Council on Aging, one-fourth of American seniors fall each year, and falls are the leading cause of fatal injury among older adults. Even […]
