New LifeStyles Senior Living & Care Blog

We know that it can be tough, finding care for a loved one, or taking care of them yourself. So we offer our end users a blog with information on care giving, choosing a community, senior living and care news and just for fun!

Long-term Care Insurance is Different from Traditional Health Insurance

Many believe that the government will pay for their long-term healthcare needs when they’re older. Unfortunately, several misconceptions circulate the web regarding health insurance for seniors, and these days many rely on social media posts for their daily news. Though, some media posts may be unreliable and it’s important for your health…

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Weekly Article Links – 5/31/18

Lifelong Learning: Good for Seniors’ Minds & Bodies When Caregiving is Not Enough – Finding Good Homecare People living with Alzheimer’s disease may feel anxious or agitated

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Home Care: Complications of a Stroke

A stroke happens when a blood vessel gets blocked or it ruptures. The brain is not able to get enough blood and oxygen so it is unable to continue to work normally. Eventually, brain cells die. There are many complications of a stroke and these include: Each person who suffers…

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Cognitive Aging vs. Alzheimer’s: Spotting the Differences

If you’re an aging adult or you work with the aging population regularly, it’s important that you know the warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, 5.7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s, and that number is expected to rise to some 14 million by the year 2050. Because of these…

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Weekly Links 5/17/18

Mind the Gap: Seniors with Nowhere to Turn for Support Summer Travel Plans for Caregivers The Important Role of Faith Community Nursing Is It Time to Move? 5 Questions to Ask Long-Distance Caregiving Confusion and Anxiety in the Elderly at Night New frontier for gay rights: Bias and bullying in…

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What To Look For In An Adult Day Care

As some people age and no longer are able to care for themselves on a full-time basis, many people end up moving back in with their children or other loved ones. While this can be a good solution at night and on weekends, those that need to work are not…

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4 Behaviors That May Be Signs of Dementia

Dementia is a frightening, stressful, and often strange collection of behaviors that progress in severity over time. Caring for a loved one or being aware that you may have a genetic link to this frightening issue poses many challenges to the afflicted and the caregivers alike. For this reason, it is…

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How is the Approach of Senior Caregiving Going to Change in Future?

In the recent times, there has been a colossal technological impact on every sphere of our life. Isn’t it? Whether it is education or socialization, smart gadgets and apps are taking the world by storm. Fortunately, when it comes to taking care of our elders, the scenario has already started…

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This Weeks Senior Living and Caregiving Links

Following a couple from diagnosis to the final stages of Alzheimer’s My retirement, my choice: Aging in the ‘right’ place Study Explores Crash Risk Among Older Drivers What Is the Difference Between Assisted Living and Nursing Home? Fight for Your Rights

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5 Caregiver Tips for Communicating With Seniors Effectively

When taking care of an elderly person, it is important to know how to communicate with them properly. Here are some tips to help you communicate effectively. Speak Slowly, Loudly, and Clearly ONLY If Needed Many elderly people often have trouble hearing, but not all. First figure out if the…

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