Like any significant life change, the transition from living independently to an assisted living community takes some getting used to. It’s not uncommon for you or your loved one to experience worry and anxiety throughout the process. However, you’ll need to play an active role in the transition, so your loved one feels supported. Including your loved one in the
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How to Provide a Supportive Living Space for Those with Alzheimer’s
Families who are caring for a loved one who is developing Alzheimer’s disease often pursue a transition into a memory care community. There are many details caregivers must consider when preparing a loved one’s home environment, ensuring it’s supportive and safe for this new way of life. Over time, as Alzheimer’s progresses, a senior’s cognitive abilities decline, which is why
Memory Care: 101
Nearly 8 million people are diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer’s each year. If your loved one has been diagnosed, they are not alone. Upon learning your loved one is developing dementia and Alzheimer’s, it’s encouraged to begin adapting to this new way of life quickly – both for your aging loved one and yourself. Understanding the symptoms and how your
What Makes a Quality Assisted Living Community?
When looking for an assisted living community, either for yourself or your loved one, you want to find the best possible environment. This is a big move that will lead to a new and exciting chapter of your life. Alleviating a lot of these worries comes down to researching and deciding whether or not a particular assisted living community is
Guiding a Loved One Toward Assisted Living
You and your loved one will consider numerous details when selecting the best assisted living community for their unique needs. While choosing the right path for your loved one’s future can be challenging, there are many benefits to each type of alternative care offering. If you think an assisted living community would benefit your loved one, the experts here at
Is an Independent Living Community the Right Choice for You?
Are you ready to remove the hassle of lawn care, home maintenance, and daily chores? If your answer is yes, it may be time to consider moving into an independent living community. An independent living community can be a new home that offers much-needed freedom and plenty of social activities while eliminating the burden of everyday tasks. You’re not alone.
How Independent is an Independent Living Community?
There comes a time when aging adults no longer want the responsibilities of lawn care, household chores, and upkeep. When many reach this point, the conversation regarding an independent or assisted living community begins. But what is the difference between the two, and how much freedom will you have at an independent living community? By moving into an independent living
How to Determine if Assisted Living Would Be Helpful for Your Loved One
As we age, choosing to move into assisted living can be very beneficial as these communities offer around the clock care, services, amenities, and activities to help improve an aging individual’s quality of life. Many aging adults want to continue living independently and caring for themselves. However, moving into assisted living will make life easier and allow your loved one
How to Discuss AL With a Parent
Right off the bat, we’ll say this: it’s never easy to talk to your aging parents about moving to assisted living. For adult children, it can be tough to see parents as anything other than the young and vibrant people they were when they raised you. For parents, it can come as a harsh reality check to know that they
Dr. Odom on the Benefits of the COVID-19 Vaccine
Dr. Odom – Benefits of the Vaccine from New Perspective on Vimeo. Learn more about the benefits of the COVID-19 vaccine from our friend and partner, Dr. John Odom. Dr. Odom founded Odom Health & Wellness in 2006 to help people live life to their fullest potential. He has been practicing medicine in the Twin Cities for over 20 years