Navigating Memory Care: A Comprehensive Guide
A diagnosis of dementia or Alzheimer’s disease can have a huge impact on the entire family. Many feelings need to be processed, and the future may seem overwhelming and...
The Insider’s Guide to Understanding Assisted Living Costs
Before looking into senior living options, many families write off assisted living because of unrealistic assumptions about how much it costs. This misconception about price...
Community, Care, and Comfort: What Sets Cedarhurst Apart
Senior living has come a long way. Years ago, a senior living facility used to be thought of as a cold, sterile environment, and this is the image that popular media...
When Is the Right Time to Transition from Assisted Living to Memory Care?
If your senior loved one lives in an assisted living community and is experiencing memory impairments, it can be difficult to choose the best care option to help them be...
The Risks of Opting for Assisted Living Based on Costs Alone
As you age, minor aches and pains can give way to difficulties with activities of daily living (ADLs). You might find you need help with meal preparation or dressing, or that...
The True Costs of Keeping Your Aging Parent at Home vs. Senior Care
Home is more than just a house. It’s where you’ve made memories and built a life. No wonder it takes on such a central importance for seniors. Nearly 90 percent of seniors...
Are Senior Living Expenses Tax Deductible?
No matter whether you are just beginning to look at senior living options and how they might fit into your financial plan or you are already part of senior living community...
How to Be an Effective Advocate for Your Loved One
Caring for your aging parent or senior loved one is a rewarding but often demanding experience—the title of caregiver carries significant responsibility. One essential...
3 Square Meals: Maintaining a Healthy Diet as You Age
As people age, the foods they require to maintain a healthy diet also change. Portion sizes may shrink, and the types of food you need for nutritional balance change. As your...
Best Pets for Seniors: Choosing Your Ideal Companion
Pets are easy companions, offering cuddles and helping their owners stay active and sociable. A place doesn’t quite feel like home without the companionship of a beloved pet....
Healthy Self-Care for Senior Caregivers
Being a senior caregiver is such an important and rewarding role. You have the power to make a positive impact on your loved one’s day-to-day experiences and make a...