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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.

Decorating Tips For A Person With Alzheimer's In Assisted Living

Posted on February 4, 2016

If you have a loved one who lives in an assisted living, chances are good that you may have decided that it was time for him or her to go into an assisted living because he or she is having memory problems due to Alzheimer's. You want to be sure that your loved on is able to get the support that he or she needs to continue living as full of a life as possible, but it might be hard for you to see his or her memory continue to deteriorate. [Read More]

Qualities To Look For In A Great Nursing Home

Posted on January 13, 2016

Nursing homes vary greatly in the quality of care provided, and there are many things that you can't tell from a precursory glance at the facility's amenities. In order to find the perfect nursing home, you will need to pay attention to the details and be sure that your facility will make an effort to provide a great environment for your loved one. Here are some of the features to look for in a well-equipped, quality nursing home. [Read More]

5 Benefits Of Assisted Living Communities

Posted on December 14, 2015

As you or your loved one grows older, certain additional needs arise. It's not always possible to fulfill these needs when the older individual is living with the family full time. With jobs requiring more and more time, younger generations don't have the luxury of attending their elders as much as they used to. If you find yourself in this position, consider all the benefits of an assisted living community or nursing home. [Read More]

Fun And Healthy Activities For Adults In Nursing Homes And Assisted Living Facilities

Posted on November 24, 2015

When considering a nursing home or assisted living facility for an aging parent or relative, it is important to tour the prospective facility and speak to the staff, residents, and relatives and friends of the residents to see if your relative will fit in and feel comfortable there. It is a good idea to visit a facility a few times, on different days and at different times of the day to get a feel for the atmosphere and ambiance. [Read More]