Memory Care at Assisted Living: Supporting Your Loved Ones with Dementia
Deciding to seek long-term care for a loved one can be difficult, but if your loved one has dementia, memory care at assisted living facilities may be the ideal solution. Here are some ways memory care can benefit your loved one and make their life more fulfilling. Comprehensive Care for a Range of Symptoms Dementia […]
The Benefits of Assisted Living: Socialization, Support, and Personalized Care
Assisted living facilities are becoming increasingly popular for seniors who need extra support and care as they age. These facilities provide services and amenities to help residents maintain their independence and quality of life. In this blog post, we’ll discuss the various benefits of assisted living, including socialization, support, and personalized care. Socialization Assisted living […]
How Can Assisted Living Facilities Reduce Stress for Seniors?
Numerous factors lead to stress. A chronic disease, losing a spouse, providing care for a loved one, going through financial upheavals, and being separated from family and friends may all lead to increased stress among older persons, such as those who reside in senior homes. Numerous symptoms of stress include heart palpitations, headaches, impatience, indecision, […]
December Employee Spotlight: Kenzie Michalski
Dependable, hard-working, and driven Kenzie started with American Grand over a year ago as a housekeeper, she quickly realized she had a passion for working with our residents and knew she wanted to make a larger impact. Kenzie switched to caregiving, and quickly excelled and was promoted to Charge, and has proven what an amazing […]
Affordable Senior Living Tips
The rising demand for affordable senior living isn’t entirely surprising. After all, the number of Americans aged 65 and older is projected to almost double by the year 2060. With all the myths surrounding old age homes, retirement communities, and assisted living, people often hesitate to seek living assistance as they age. Through these senior […]
Ways Senior Transportation Empowers Older Adults
You know how much the elderly loved one would appreciate being able to travel, yet they cannot drive appropriately on their own. What can you do to guarantee that a loved one may travel on their own, live to the fullest, and yet be safe? Don’t you think it would be wonderful if your elderly […]
Ways to Combat Senior Loneliness | Staying Connected in Assisted Living
An increasing set of studies show how social isolation may be detrimental to seniors’ physical and mental health. According to one study, loneliness is just as harmful as obesity or smoking. The University of Chicago researchers have shown that lonely persons have much stress and higher blood pressure levels. Consider this professional advice on preventing senior loneliness if you’re […]
Routine and Exercise Tips for Seniors
Establishing an exercise routine is crucial as we get older! A healthy body can support a healthy mind and guard against conditions like cancer, diabetes, and arthritis, to mention a few. The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommend that seniors engage in 150-300 minutes of activity a week. This exercise should incorporate muscular building and balance training, […]
Talking to Your Parents About Assisted Living | Assisted Living for Seniors
It might be challenging to bring up assisted living for seniors with parents. Transitioning to a senior living facility is often seen as a permanent strike to an elder’s freedom. Many older people persistently avoid discussing this subject for fear of being forcibly evicted from their homes. Adult children and even spouses avoid the topic […]
How Much Sleep Does a Senior Need?
How a senior’s sleep is affected by aging As you age, it’s easy to think that your body is slowing down. That’s not necessarily a bad thing: the physical changes associated with aging can make sleep more important than ever before, even when you feel like you’re too busy or active for restful slumber. The […]