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!

9 Ways Adaptive Clothing Can Benefit the Elderly and the Disabled

The term “adaptive clothing” refers to clothing and footwear specially designed for the elderly and people with disabilities. This type of clothing is also commonly recommended for post-surgical patients and anyone who may struggle to dress due to an inability to manipulate closures like zippers and buttons. Arthritis sufferers, paraplegics, and quadriplegics…

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Weekly Links – 6/22/18

Is This Your New Differentiator to Increase Occupancy? France starts work on revolutionary ‘Alzheimer’s village’ where patients roam almost free Leverage the Power of your Brand Several ways exist to increase your organization’s LGBT cultural competency Lead Generation in the Senior Living Industry

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Weekly Article Links – 6/21/18

A Home Away From Home for People With Dementia, Alzheimer’s Male Carers: Overcoming Traditional Gender Roles You’re Ready for a CCRC…But Your Adult Kids Aren’t on Board How to Prevent Elderly Adults from Falling Out of Bed Traveling With a Person Who Has Alzheimer’s

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Getting the Most from your Website – Presentation

I had the privilege of presenting at the Austin South Linked Network Meeting last week.  I spoke about updates to your website that you need to make to get the most from your site, including SSL (having a secure site, Google business listings, site content. mobile friendliness and more. Check…

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Senior Inclusion; Connecting to the Outside World.

Seniors often worry that when they retire and move to a Senior community, that they will lose their connections with others. To attract seniors to your community and show them that you want to soothe their fears of isolation, you can take the following steps to help them feel connected. A Sense…

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No Fuss Clothing: Easy Wear Apparel Options for Seniors

They say, “with age comes wisdom.”  Unfortunately, things like arthritis, diabetes, and many other health problems also commonly accompany old age, and many elderly people struggle with normal daily tasks like dressing and undressing. These challenges make it harder for some elderly people to maintain their independence and retain a sense of…

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Weekly Links – 6/15/18

3 blind spots in your senior living business (and how to fix them) 4 Stealth Strategies When You Can’t Remember Someone’s Name 3 Wellness Tech Initiatives Senior Living Providers Must Deliver Securing the Right Training Opportunities for Sales Staff Could This Shorten the Distance to Your Move-In?

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Social Media: Why Your Residents Should Be On Twitter

Today’s world revolves around technology and it has become a major part of people’s lives. In recent years, social media has become a popular way to stay in contact with friends and loved ones, as well as a way to stay up-to-date on current events. Some seniors may think that…

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Thursday Article Links: May is National Stroke Awareness Month

Making Nursing Home Visits Meaningful Measuring Stroke Severity and Recovery Time 4 Ways CCRCs Help Seniors Stay Healthy 3 Signs It’s Time to Talk to Mom About Safety Concerns You Have

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Weekly Links – 6/14/18 Including Father’s Day Gift Ideas

Number-Crunching: A Look at Differing CCRC Pricing Sheets When is it Time for Assisted Living? Father’s Day Gifts for Older Dads

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