Empower Your Pelvic Floor
Conquering Incontinence, Constipation, and Prolapse Through Therapy The pelvic floor, a complex network of muscles, ligaments, and connective tissues, plays a vital role in various bodily functions. However, pelvic floor disorders such as incontinence, constipation, and prolapse can significantly impact quality
Nursing home vs. assisted living: Choosing the best community for your loved one
It can be a difficult and emotional choice to start looking for care outside the home for your aging loved one. One important factor to take into consideration is the level of care needed. This great article by care.com gives
How to manage the transition to assisted living
Life is full of transitions, some of them more difficult than others. When a loved one gets into their senior years, the change can be challenging for the entire family — especially when it comes to making care decisions like
Respite Care: 6 Reliable Resources for Caregivers
Everyone’s caregiving story is different. But what many caregivers share is the need for help and relief from time to time to ensure their overall well-being. We are happy to provide short term care, or Respite Care, at The Lodge
Tips on How to Start Your Senior Living Search
Start with these top 12 tips when you are searching for senior living answers for yourself or a loved one. Whether you’re simply curious, you’ve got a situation or a need, or you just feel like it’s time to make
10 Tips for Dealing with Aging Parents Who Won’t Listen
If you’re struggling with aging parents who refuse help, you’re far from alone: A whopping 77% of adult children believe their parents are stubborn about taking their advice or getting help with daily tasks, according to a study by researchers
Telling Your Family You Can No Longer Care for Elderly Parents
Being a primary caregiver for an aging loved one is a huge commitment. Caregiving may affect your finances, health, or other relationships — or it may just be too difficult emotionally or physically. If you need a change, it doesn’t
Independent Living for Seniors
Independent Living is designed for older adults who want to live in a Community atmosphere and still have freedom and independence in their life. There are many types of independent living facilities, from apartment complexes to stand-alone houses, which range
Questions to ask an assisted living community
If you or your loved one is thinking about making the move to an Assisted Living community, consider these things when you are visiting or when speaking with the Community: Costs and Contracts Services and Needs Community Layout and Maintenance Atmosphere Please read this full
Tips for Touring Senior Communities Virtually and In-Person
Whether you’re touring assisted living communities or memory care facilities, consider the environment your loved one will thrive in on a daily basis. Here are some tips from aplaceformom.com to empower your family to transition to senior living with confidence: