Not all seniors will appreciate being sent to elderly day care. It’s a fact everyone needs to come to terms with eventually. The comfort of their own home always beats anything a facility has to offer. Unless they can no longer look after...
Does a loved Senior in your life seem depressed? Many seniors are. Many have other mental health challenges such as anxiety and agitation which first become symptomatic in later life. It’s a sensitive situation that requires special assistance and knowledge....
People are naturally social and loneliness can be heartbreaking and devastating. It’s even been shown that isolation can decrease a person’s lifespan. If you have a busy schedule like most people do, it’s probably become a common scenario for your...
Alzheimer’s is a severe disease that usually requires senior home care services. People with Alzheimer’s can be difficult to care for and require constant supervision. That does not mean they cannot enjoy the freedom to do what they want. Being trapped at...
Don’t know which adult day programs are best for your loved ones? Most of the time, it is necessary to think of their wishes first. Many people tend to choose a care center based on what they think is right for their parents. There are, however, some qualities...
It can be difficult to put your loved one in an adult day care center, but Alzheimer’s is a hard to manage illness. You may be able to take care of your parent most of the time. However, what about the times when you are not there? Sure, your friends or family...
When families visit us, cost of care is often a big concern. Objectively, families need to be concerned. According to the Genworth’s 2016 Annual Long Term Care Cost Study (https://www.genworth.com/about-us/industry- expertise/cost-of- care.html#), costs for...
As we have seen caregiving is an expensive undertaking, especially when an individual needs several years of care. When a person’s total cost of care ranges between $200,000 and $600,000, there are unintended consequences when the money runs out. Reality sets in when...
