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
Memory Care Article
Memory care communities are residential spaces that cater to the specific needs of seniors with memory loss. Key services and features that make memory care facilities different from other types of senior care include 24-hour care, specialized staff, memory-enhancing therapies,
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
7 Tips for Talking to Your Senior Parents About the COVID-19 Vaccine
While many older adults are excited or hopeful about getting vaccinated against the coronavirus, others might be confused, hesitant, or afraid. Caregivers and family members can play a pivotal role in acknowledging these concerns and helping seniors evaluate what’s best
Are COVID-19 Vaccines Safe for Elderly Adults?
Ever since the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized emergency use for the vaccines from Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna, older adults and their caregivers have worried about safety. How can we be certain the new COVID-19 vaccines are safe for the
8 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