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!
Delirium and Dementia appear very similar on the surface. They are often confused. Even for medical professionals and caregivers, it can be easy to misinterpret the signals. It is possible for a person to have dementia and delirium, which further complicates the diagnosis. Delirium can often be reversed. Delirium causes…
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Celebrating holidays at your senior living community is always a great idea. It not only is a great way for your residents to have fun, but it also gives them a chance to interact with and spend quality time with others. With Halloween less than a week away, below are…
One of the less talked about topics of senior caregiving is geriatric psychiatry and Geri-psych admissions. People who are suffering from Alzheimer’s or dementia may experience a voluntary or involuntary geriatric psychiatric admission at some point. A psychiatric admission is typically required when a patient in an assisted living or nursing…
Join us this Saturday, 10/28 as we #WalkToEndAlzheimer’s in Ft. Worth. The New LifeStyles Walkers will be walking & we will have a table where you can pick-up a free copy of our guide to senior living and care (including Memory Care, Adult Day Programs & more) for Tarrant, Johnson,…
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Last week, I had the pleasure of attending an industry networking lunch where Carmen Vitton, Chief Operating Officer (with many letters after her name) of Rehab Synergies presented on falls, and how best to plan to get ahead of them. The statistics on falls is staggering! And with the world…
Being a caregiver can be difficult, but if you also have to work outside of the home to help with finances, it becomes even more difficult! a full-time caregiver must be available 24/7 unless they have help from time to time thru respite care like home care, adult day care,…
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Luxurious assisted living communities have features that can be adopted by less expensive facilities with some creative thinking. Features that might just give your home the edge to win out over the competition: Special entertainment: Local choirs and Scout troops are free. To find a “big name” entertainer who will…