Most people think of dementia as a disease that causes memory loss. In fact, dementia is a term that refers to a group of symptoms that affect cognitive function, personality, and social abilities as well as memory. Memory loss can have many causes, so people worried about their elderly loved ones' well-being need to keep [...]
Millions of California residents live in the state because they enjoy a healthy outdoor lifestyle that can lead to a longer life. But, even the most vigorous seniors can develop health issues requiring help, so it's crucial that older adults ensure they have the funds to cover care and living arrangements. While many seniors are [...]
When a parent refuses to admit that they need help and can no longer live alone, many families struggle to make them accept this fact. At times, certain family members side with the parent, making things harder. What can a family do when a loved one needs to transition to assisted living but doesn't want [...]
If you're preparing to move a loved one to a memory care community, you're not alone. Millions of others are doing the same, and the number of people needing such specialized care is expected to surge in the years to come. Finding the right community to meet your loved one's needs is the first step [...]
Seniors need encouragement to help them cope with life changes. As their lives transform dramatically after retirement and beyond, seniors sometimes no longer feel important to others. A senior may even feel as if they lack purpose. Thankfully, it is not overly difficult to help seniors remain encouraged. In a memory care community, seniors receive [...]
More and more scammers have been preying on unsuspecting victims, thanks to improved technology. Although anyone can fall prey to a scammer, the elderly are at most risk because scammers often target them. According to Aging Place, scammers often target the elderly because they are more trusting, and insecure and may have lowered cognition due [...]
Dementia affects a person's quality of life at different stages of the disease. These stages present new symptoms and negative effects. Forgetfulness, disorientation, and wandering are just a few symptoms of dementia. Assisted living communities offer helpful services to keep residents happier and improve their quality of life. Families try to take care of elderly [...]
People require social connection to survive. As people age, the need for community remains as strong as it always has been. Older adults need to cultivate meaningful relationships and form strong bonds with the people around them to preserve their overall health. For older adults, there are several benefits to forming lasting friendships aside from [...]
Summerfield of Stockton continues to find ways to improve the lives of residents while ensuring family members remain informed about their loved ones. One way the senior living center accomplishes this is through the use of Sagely. What does Sagely do to increase engagement while providing loved ones with peace of mind? Calendars This technology [...]
Dementia is a collective term that is used to describe several brain diseases that affect memory and cognition. Many people do not realize they have dementia until the disease begins to progress and they start to have symptoms. Individuals need to be aware of the symptoms that may occur. A person also needs to know [...]
