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6 alternatives to assisted living facilities
As we age, it’s a given that our health and ability to function will decrease. This means we may find ourselves (or our loved ones) looking at assisted living facilities to help. These facilities exist for a reason – it becomes more difficult to do normal activities of daily living. The key is to get these normal activities taken care of so that we don’t start suffering a loss in the quality of life we have. That’s where assisted living facilities come into the picture.
5 great garden seats for easier gardening
Gardening is great for both body and mind. Retired seniors oftentimes find gardening a particularly enjoyable activity as it gets them outside for a good portion of the day providing fresh air and activity. Watching plants grow and flowers blossom over the season can be a beautiful and rewarding experience for many. However, there’s oftentimes a challenge: the physical limitations we face as we age. One product can help the aging gardener, however – garden seats.
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6 alternatives to assisted living facilities
As we age, it’s a given that our health and ability to function will decrease. This means we may find ourselves (or our loved ones) looking at assisted living facilities to help. These facilities exist for a reason – it becomes more difficult to do normal activities of daily living (personal care, toileting, laundry, housekeeping, transportation, etc.). The key is to get these normal activities taken care of so that we don’t start suffering a loss in the quality of life we have.
What Hospice Doesn't Tell You
There are many unknowns with hospice, and end of life care in general. If you or your loved one is receiving hospice care, you might be wondering what hospice does not tell you. Do the nurses know something they’re not saying? Are there questions they can’t answer?
Oxygen Producing Houseplants to Know About
In this article, we will explore the top indoor plants that produce the most oxygen that can help freshen the air in your home, as well as better understand why they’re so beneficial to our overall well-being. Introducing plants into your living space not only adds a touch of natural beauty but can also significantly contribute to an improvement in indoor air quality.
Beach Chairs for Older Adults
Family fun at the beach doesn’t have to exclude grandma and grandpa. The challenge can be in mobility, however. Navigating sand and getting out of beach chairs is difficult for some seniors. Buying the right beach chairs suitable for older adults in advance might help.
Things Hospice Doesn't Tell You
There are many unknowns with hospice, and end of life care in general. If you or your loved one is receiving hospice care, you might be wondering what hospice does not tell you. Do the nurses know something they’re not saying? Are there questions they can’t answer?
Best Beach Chairs for Older Adults
Family fun at the beach doesn’t have to exclude grandma and grandpa. The challenge can be in mobility, however. Navigating sand and getting out of beach chairs is difficult for some seniors. Buying the right beach chairs suitable for older adults in advance might help.
Best Shower Stools for Safety and Convenience
Although we don’t often think about it until we need to, showers can become more difficult or even dangerous as we age or for people with disabilities. A shower stool can help.
6 Alternatives to Assisted Living Facilities
As we age, it’s a given that our health and ability to function will decrease. This means we may find ourselves (or our loved ones) looking at assisted living facilities to help. These facilities exist for a reason – it becomes more difficult to do normal activities of daily living. The key is to get these normal activities taken care of so that we don’t start suffering a loss in the quality of life we have. That’s where assisted living facilities come into the picture.
7 Alternatives to Bed Rails for Older Adults
If you’re looking for the means to keep yourself or someone else in bed at night without falling onto the floor, or you need some level of assistance with getting into and out of their bed, bed rails as a solution. The only problem is that a bed rail can be dangerous.
Alzheimer's Disease Home Safety Checklist
Some people with Alzheimer’s can live at home for a very long time, perhaps the rest of their lives. Others may need to be placed in assisted living, and caregivers will have to determine when that time is appropriate. It will differ for everyone. However, improving Alzheimer’s disease home safety will extend how long the individual can remain safely at home.
The Rising Cost of Dementia Care
The cost of dementia care outpaces heart disease and cancer, two other leading killers, in cost over time. Researchers recently found that dementia patients on Medicare faced far more out-of-pocket expenses. The average cost to a dementia patient after Medicare pays its share was $61,522, over 80% more than heart disease or cancer patients paid.
The 5 Stages of Palliative Care
Palliative care may be part of the conversation when considering end-of-life care, medical treatment options, and what is important to you and your family. Confusion about palliative care is understandable – when to start and how it differs from hospice. Hospice receives much more attention, and as valuable as hospice is, palliative care plays a significant role in providing symptom relief, comfort, and support to people living with serious illnesses.