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helping families cope with assisted living transitions

Have you been considering moving a loved one into an assisted living facility? Do you have concerns about how your loved one will cope with the change? I went through this with both of my parents as well as my husband's mother, so I have learned the right and wrong ways to make such a big change. I created my blog with the hopes of helping other families going through the transition. The content you will find on my blog will help you learn how to talk with your loved one about the change and how to choose the facility that will make your loved one comfortable and happy for the rest of their lives.

The Primary Advantages Of Moving To A Local Assisted Living Facility

Posted on October 26, 2022

As you advance in age, you may find it more challenging to carry out your normal routine. Simple tasks like doing your laundry or making a meal for yourself may time effort and skills your health and mobility take from you. Even more, you might not want to move in with family members or friends, only to become dependent on them. You may find it better to move to a local, high-quality assisted living facility. [Read More]

4 Ways You Can Benefit From Memory Care Services

Posted on August 22, 2022

Memory loss is a very common condition, especially in seniors, but there are ways to tackle the problem. One way is through memory care services that can provide you or your loved one with the assistance they need while still allowing them to live at home. Memory care services can help older adults and those with dementia maintain their independence as they age. Here are four ways these services can be effective for yourself or a loved one: [Read More]

Visiting Your Loved One In A Senior Living Community

Posted on April 13, 2022

The move to a senior living community—such as Autumn Manor—is a big adjustment for the person moving to the community as well as the family that supports them. As part of this transition, at least on the part of the family, it is always a good idea to allow your loved one the chance to transition on their own and to immerse themselves into the community. Keep in mind that it may require a change to your visiting habits to accomplish this goal. [Read More]

Is Rehab Care Worth The Investment Of Time And Money?

Posted on November 23, 2021

Rehab care is often recommended after certain injuries, illnesses, and surgeries. The purpose of rehab care is to facilitate healing and maximize your ability to use the areas of your body that were injured.  Depending on the specific illness, injury, or need, you may require one or more of the following. Physical therapy Occupational therapy Speech therapy Vocational rehabilitation Respiratory therapy Neurological or cognitive rehabilitation Cardiac rehabilitation Patients in need of extensive rehabilitative care may fare better in an around-the-clock facility for part or all the rehab process. [Read More]