The United States is home to a lot of people who are into assisted living communities. In fact, statistics say that there are over 810,000 people residing in these communities, and 70% (or 7 out of 10) require assisted living care at one point in their lives. There are yet other fascinating assisted living statistics…
You cannot use Medicare to pay for assisted living. You can use it if you send a loved one for rehab in a nursing home, but covering for the first 100 days only. From there, you won’t be able to seek any assistance from the government. Considering the cost that comes with financing assisted living,…
Tablets are becoming more and more popular with older adults, but not all tablets are equally valuable or accessible. Here’s our list of the best tablets for the elderly, covering the pros and cons of each one, so you can make an informed decision about which device will work best in your life. We’ll also…
Our immune system acts as our body’s defense mechanism against infection, disease, and illnesses. When an unwanted invader appears in our body, white blood cells move quickly to eliminate the threat before it causes severe damage. For adults, a robust immune system helps prevent infections and diseases from developing and helps us recover quicker after an illness…
You’ve spent a lot of time browsing the internet and reading up on all that different assisted living community have to offer. But it’s one thing to read articles on the web and browse through some carefully curated pictures. No, in order for you to truly make a well-informed decision, you need to go down…
Many elderly find it difficult to leave their homes due to the fear of losing independence and feeling lonely. Volunteering allows you to make a real difference in the lives of other older adults, helping them remain active and engaged with the world around them. Plus, volunteers benefit from the experience as well! See below…
Picking the right memory care apartment can be challenging. That’s because when you’re deciding on a place to stay, you’re not just picking some apartment, you’re also picking the community and facilities that go into making that apartment somewhere your loved ones can feel safe, protected, and at home. For this reason, you will want…
COVID-19 continues to spread across the country, putting more and more people out of work due to the illness or death of their colleagues. The government has warned citizens to stay home from work if they are sick, but there are still many people unable to care for themselves who are trapped at home because…
With advancing age and changing needs, many older individuals and their families will face the task of finding suitable senior housing. You need to first get an idea of the different types of senior housing options which are available and which will be the best option. It is important to know what the individual’s needs…
A quick search on the internet about activities that suit seniors with limited mobility will show you that there are plenty of options out there, including countless exercise classes and workshops specifically geared towards family members who are over 65. But what these articles don’t tell you, and what people new to this topic often overlook, is…